Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephalum
ID:
68886

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 207 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068215



Common Names

  • Helichrysum microcephalum
  • Small-Headed Everlasting
  • Small-Headed Helichrysum


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Description

Helichrysum microcephalum (also called Small-headed Everlasting, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and several flower heads on a long stem. It grows in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum microcephalum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a food source for livestock and is known to have medicinal properties that can be used to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum microcephalum is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum microcephalum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not always successful.

Where to Find Helichrysum microcephalum

Helichrysum microcephalum can be found in the Mediterranean region and in parts of North Africa.

Helichrysum microcephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum microcephalum?

Helichrysum microcephalum

What type of plant is Helichrysum microcephalum?

A flowering plant

Where is Helichrysum microcephalum found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Helichrysum genus

Helichrysum patulifolium, Helichrysum subglomeratum, Helichrysum mollifolium, Helichrysum sphaeroideum, Helichrysum retortum, Helichrysum buchananii, Helichrysum stoechas, Helichrysum ephelos, Helichrysum sessilioides, Helichrysum tomentosulum, Helichrysum polioides, Helichrysum serpentinicola, Helichrysum pallens, Helichrysum deltoideum, Helichrysum oxybelium, Helichrysum squarrulosum, Helichrysum bellum, Helichrysum persicum, Helichrysum callichrysum, Helichrysum foliosum, Helichrysum lanuginosum, Helichrysum altigenum, Helichrysum montis-cati, Helichrysum capense, Helichrysum praecinctum, Helichrysum obductum, Helichrysum summo-montanum, Helichrysum pannosum, Helichrysum ibityense, Helichrysum mundtii, Helichrysum marlothianum, Helichrysum anomalum, Helichrysum tricostatum, Helichrysum sivasicum, Helichrysum aureum, Helichrysum sarcolaenifolium, Helichrysum auronitens, Helichrysum calocephalum, Helichrysum caespititium, Helichrysum gloria-dei, Helichrysum nuratavicum, Helichrysum oligopappum, Helichrysum pagophilum, Helichrysum heldreichii, Helichrysum armenium, Helichrysum deserticola, Helichrysum foetidum, Helichrysum danguyanum, Helichrysum mixtum, Helichrysum korongoni,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-25070: Based on the initial data import
The Plant List version 1.1, record: 2703960: Originally associated with wfo-0001315726
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.