Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 284 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018095
Common Names
- Helichrysum umbraculigerum
- Bush Daisy
- Cape Daisy
Description
Helichrysum umbraculigerum (also called Umbrella everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and finely divided leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum umbraculigerum is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Helichrysum umbraculigerum has small, yellow flowers that form in flat-topped clusters. Seed: The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are covered in fine hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum umbraculigerum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.
Where to Find Helichrysum umbraculigerum
Helichrysum umbraculigerum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Helichrysum umbraculigerum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum umbraculigerum?
Helichrysum umbraculigerum
What is the common name of Helichrysum umbraculigerum?
Umbrella Everlasting
What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum umbraculigerum?
Helichrysum umbraculigerum is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, rocky areas, and scrublands.
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,