Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plinthocalyx
ID:
138236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sosn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Grossheim & Schischk. Sched. Herb. Pl. Or. Exsicc. 8. 1924

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137565



Common Names

  • Helichrysum
  • Plinthocalyx
  • Silver Everlasting


Searching for Helichrysum plinthocalyx? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Helichrysum sosnowskyi Grossh. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum plinthocalyx (also called Plinthocalyx Helichrysum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum plinthocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Helichrysum plinthocalyx is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

Searching for Helichrysum plinthocalyx? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum plinthocalyx is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Helichrysum plinthocalyx

Helichrysum plinthocalyx is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in parts of South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland.

Helichrysum plinthocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum plinthocalyx?

Helichrysum plinthocalyx

What is the common name of Helichrysum plinthocalyx?

Plinthocalyx Everlasting

What is the family of Helichrysum plinthocalyx?

Asteraceae

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,