Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calocephala
ID:
61642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 19: 78 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060971



Common Names

  • Helogyne
  • Helogyne Daisy
  • Helogyne Daisy Bush


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Description

Helogyne calocephala (also called White-flowered Helogyne, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Helogyne calocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helogyne calocephala has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helogyne calocephala is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Helogyne calocephala

Helogyne calocephala is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Helogyne calocephala FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Helogyne calocephala?

Helogyne calocephala prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

What kind of soil is best for Helogyne calocephala?

Helogyne calocephala prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a variety of soils, including clay and sandy soils.

What is the best way to propagate Helogyne calocephala?

Helogyne calocephala can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-18001: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.