Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spiciforme
ID:
87990

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 171 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087319



Common Names

  • Helichrysum spiciforme
  • Spikey Everlasting
  • Spikey Helichrysum


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum spiciforme spiciforme [unknown]
  • Helichrysum spiciforme spiciforme [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum spiciforme (also called Spiked Strawflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white, daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum spiciforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum spiciforme has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum spiciforme is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in full sun. They can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Helichrysum spiciforme

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

Helichrysum spiciforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum spiciforme?

Helichrysum spiciforme

What is the common name of Helichrysum spiciforme?

Spike Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum spiciforme?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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,

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