Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
milfordiae
ID:
32756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Killick

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bothalia vii. 414 (1960).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032085



Common Names

  • Helichrysum Milfordiae
  • Milford's Everlasting
  • Milford's Helichrysum


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Description

Helichrysum milfordiae (also called 'Milford's Everlasting', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal areas and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum milfordiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has a long flowering period and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum milfordiae is yellow and has a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum milfordiae is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both drought and flooding. It is best propagated by seed, which can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Helichrysum milfordiae

Helichrysum milfordiae is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine and subalpine regions of the South Island.

Helichrysum milfordiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum milfordiae?

Helichrysum milfordiae

What is the common name of Helichrysum milfordiae?

Milford's Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum milfordiae?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils

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