Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obtusum
ID:
22086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moeser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44(2-3): 297 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021415



Common Names

  • Helichrysum obtusum
  • Oblique Helichrysum
  • Oblique Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum dinteri obtusum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Helichrysum obtusum obtusum [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum obtusum (also called Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, gray-green leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum obtusum is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum obtusum is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum obtusum is an annual plant that is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. The plants should be watered regularly and kept free of weeds. Deadheading the flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Helichrysum obtusum

Helichrysum obtusum is found in South Africa, including Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.

Helichrysum obtusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum obtusum?

Helichrysum obtusum

What is the common name of Helichrysum obtusum?

Cushion Everlasting

What is the habitat of Helichrysum obtusum?

Helichrysum obtusum is found in dry, rocky slopes, meadows, and open woodlands

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-120706: Based on the initial data import
Walter Moeser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moeser' in the authors string.