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
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.
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 Helogyne genus
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,