Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
retortoides
ID:
136641

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1906: 164 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135970



Common Names

  • Curry Plant
  • Curry Daisy
  • Strawflower


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Description

Helichrysum retortoides (also called Retort Helichrysum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has large, toothed leaves and white flower heads. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum retortoides is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum retortoides is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum retortoides 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 temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Helichrysum retortoides

Helichrysum retortoides is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Helichrysum retortoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum retortoides?

Helichrysum retortoides

What is the common name of Helichrysum retortoides?

Retort-like Helichrysum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum retortoides?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

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-967: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.