Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
myriocephalum
ID:
80650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar : 82 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079979



Common Names

  • Silver Everlasting
  • Silver Cushion
  • Silver Paper Daisy


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Description

Helichrysum myriocephalum (also called Myriocephalum Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, silvery leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum myriocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum myriocephalum has yellow flowers with a white center and a yellow-green seed head. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum myriocephalum is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Helichrysum myriocephalum

Helichrysum myriocephalum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and France.

Helichrysum myriocephalum FAQ

What are the common names of Helichrysum myriocephalum?

Common names of Helichrysum myriocephalum include many-headed everlasting, many-headed helichrysum, and many-headed strawflower.

What is the range of Helichrysum myriocephalum?

Helichrysum myriocephalum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Helichrysum myriocephalum?

Helichrysum myriocephalum is an annual herb that typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

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-36548: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.