Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
umbellatum
ID:
74838

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xlvii. 270 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074167



Common Names

  • Umbellate Everlasting
  • Umbel Everlasting
  • Umbellate Strawflower


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Synonyms

  • Eriosphaera umbellata Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum umbellatum (also called Silver Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a silvery-green foliage and produces yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum umbellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a salad green.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum umbellatum is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3cm. The seeds are small and black with a diameter of 1mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum umbellatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sunny spot with moist soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Helichrysum umbellatum

Helichrysum umbellatum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Helichrysum umbellatum FAQ

What are the ideal conditions for Helichrysum umbellatum?

Helichrysum umbellatum prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

What type of soil does Helichrysum umbellatum prefer?

Helichrysum umbellatum prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a variety of soil types.

How often should Helichrysum umbellatum be watered?

Helichrysum umbellatum should be watered regularly, but it is drought tolerant and can tolerate some dry spells.

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,