Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Hoffm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 152 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009856
Common Names
- Helichrysum Mixtum
- Mixed Everlasting
- Mixed Helichrysum
Description
Helichrysum mixtum (also called 'Mixed Everlasting', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes. The plant has short, hairy stems and small, narrow leaves. It produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum mixtum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory conditions. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Helichrysum mixtum var. grandiceps Hilliard
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helichrysum mixtum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum mixtum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C).
Where to Find Helichrysum mixtum
Helichrysum mixtum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Helichrysum mixtum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum mixtum?
Helichrysum mixtum
Where does Helichrysum mixtum grow?
Helichrysum mixtum is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the common name of Helichrysum mixtum?
Helichrysum mixtum is commonly known as 'everlasting'.
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,