Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
107518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich.) Moeser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 244 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000106847



Common Names

  • Schimper's Everlasting
  • Schimper's Helichrysum
  • Schimper's Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium schimperi (Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich.) Sch.Bip. [deprecated]
  • Helichrysum ovato-ellipticum De Wild. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum schimperi schimperi [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium schimperi schimperi [unknown]
  • Helichrysum galbanum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium schimperi stramineum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium schimperi Sch.Bip. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum schimperi stramineum (Sch.Bip.) Chiov. [unknown]
  • Achyrocline schimperi Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum nyasicum Baker [unknown]
  • Achyrocline adoensis Sch.Bip. ex A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum schimperi (also called Schimper's Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear and entire. It grows in grasslands and open areas, and it is found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum schimperi 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, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum schimperi is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum schimperi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or taking cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Helichrysum schimperi

Helichrysum schimperi is native to the Mediterranean region.

Helichrysum schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum schimperi?

Helichrysum schimperi

Where does Helichrysum schimperi grow?

Helichrysum schimperi is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Helichrysum schimperi prefer?

Helichrysum schimperi prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.

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-6510: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Walter Moeser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moeser' in the authors string.