Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
solitarium
ID:
29263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(7:2): 149 (1983) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028592

Common Names

  • Helichrysum Solitarium
  • Helichrysum
  • Solitarium

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Description

Helichrysum solitarium (also called Solitary everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a short, branching stem with small, white flowers and narrow leaves. It is found in dry, sunny areas of grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum solitarium is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, and its flowers are used to make tea. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum solitarium is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum solitarium is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Helichrysum solitarium

Helichrysum solitarium can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Helichrysum solitarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum solitarium?

Helichrysum solitarium

What are the common names of Helichrysum solitarium?

Common names of Helichrysum solitarium include the Solitary Everlasting and Solitary Paper Daisy.

Where is Helichrysum solitarium found?

Helichrysum solitarium is found 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-127633: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.