Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mauritius 167, as 'proteiforme': (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125795
Common Names
- Helichrysum proteoides
- Silver Everlasting
- Silver Cushion
Synonyms
- Helichrysum proteiforme Baker [unknown]
- Gnaphalium proteiforme DC. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium proteoides Lam. [unknown]
Description
Helichrysum proteoides (also called Protea-leaved Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum proteoides is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can be used to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helichrysum proteoides is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum proteoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be pruned back in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Helichrysum proteoides
Helichrysum proteoides is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Helichrysum proteoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum proteoides?
Helichrysum proteoides
What is the common name of Helichrysum proteoides?
Protea-like Helichrysum
What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum proteoides?
It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and roadsides in South Africa.
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,