Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rhodium
ID:
85481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 47: 148 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084810



Common Names

  • Helichrysum Rhodium
  • Rhodium Everlasting
  • Silver Everlasting


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Description

Helichrysum rhodium (also called Rhodium everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with grey-green leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky and sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum rhodium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, respiratory disorders, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum rhodium has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, spindly stems with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum rhodium is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and grows best in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Helichrysum rhodium

Helichrysum rhodium is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Helichrysum rhodium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum rhodium?

Helichrysum rhodium

What is the common name of Helichrysum rhodium?

Rhodium everlasting

What is the family of Helichrysum rhodium?

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,