Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
montis-cati
ID:
4681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 40(2): 262 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004010



Common Names

  • Montis-cati Helichrysum
  • Mountain Cat's-ear
  • Mountain Everlasting


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Description

Helichrysum montis-cati (also called mountain everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a single seed head. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum montis-cati is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum montis-cati is white and has a diameter of about 4 cm. The seed is small, black and heart-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum montis-cati is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny location. Once the seedlings have emerged, transplant them into individual pots. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections. Replant each section in a separate pot filled with moist potting soil.

Where to Find Helichrysum montis-cati

Helichrysum montis-cati can be found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Helichrysum montis-cati FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum montis-cati?

Helichrysum montis-cati

What is the common name of Helichrysum montis-cati?

Mountain cat's-ear

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum montis-cati?

Helichrysum montis-cati is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region.

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-103866: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.