Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stenopterum
ID:
139879

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 201 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139208



Common Names

  • Helichrysum Stenopterum
  • Stenopterum Helichrysum
  • Stenopterum's Helichrysum


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Description

Helichrysum stenopterum (also called 'Narrow-Leaf Everlasting', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry areas, often in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum stenopterum 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, inflammation, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum stenopterum has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum stenopterum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a sterile potting mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Helichrysum stenopterum

Helichrysum stenopterum is native to South Africa and can be found in the fynbos shrublands of the Western Cape.

Helichrysum stenopterum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum stenopterum?

Helichrysum stenopterum

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum stenopterum?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Helichrysum stenopterum?

Summer

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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