Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mossamedense
ID:
38000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Mendonça

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Contrib. Conhec. Fl. Angola 1(Compos.): 64. 1943

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037329

Common Names

  • Helichrysum mossamedense
  • Mossamedes Helichrysum
  • Helichrysum

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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum pachyrhizum mossamedense Hiern [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum mossamedense (also called Mossamedes Everlasting, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody rootstock and a single stem that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Angola and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum mossamedense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum mossamedense is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum mossamedense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Helichrysum mossamedense

Helichrysum mossamedense can be found in Namibia and South Africa.

Helichrysum mossamedense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum mossamedense?

Helichrysum mossamedense

What type of plant is Helichrysum mossamedense?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Helichrysum mossamedense found?

It is found in Angola

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-136100: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.