Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
xylocladum
ID:
20750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 418 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020079



Common Names

  • Xylocladum Helichrysum
  • Xylocladum Daisy-bush
  • Xylocladum Olearia


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum araneosum Baker [unknown]
  • Helichrysum farinosum Baker [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum xylocladum (also called Silver Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to southern Africa. It grows in dry, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has yellow flower heads and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum xylocladum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum xylocladum has yellow flower heads that are up to 1 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum xylocladum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in the spring or fall. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Helichrysum xylocladum

Helichrysum xylocladum is found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Helichrysum xylocladum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum xylocladum?

Helichrysum xylocladum

What is the common name of Helichrysum xylocladum?

Woody Everlasting

What is the family of Helichrysum xylocladum?

Asteraceae

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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