Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
orientale
ID:
40763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Vaill.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1754

Citation Micro:
Vaill. in Königl. Akad. Wiss. Paris Phys. Abh. 5. 1754. 348 1754

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040092



Common Names

  • Oriental Everlasting
  • Helichrysum Orientale
  • Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium orientale L. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum orientale (also called Oriental Strawflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum orientale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as asthma, bronchitis, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum orientale has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum orientale is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn from non-flowering shoots. The cuttings should be rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Helichrysum orientale

Helichrysum orientale can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and Italy.

Helichrysum orientale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum orientale?

Helichrysum orientale

What is the common name of Helichrysum orientale?

Oriental Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum orientale?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Sébastien Vaillant (1669-1722): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:213129-1: Based on the initial data import