Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albicans
ID:
125232

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Cunn.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3): 442 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124561



Common Names

  • White Everlasting
  • White Paper Daisy
  • White Cudweed


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Synonyms

  • Helipterum incanum (Hook.) DC. [unknown]
  • Helipterum albicans grampiarum Paul G.Wilson [unknown]
  • Helipterum albicans (A.Cunn.) DC. [unknown]
  • Helipterum albicans albicans [unknown]

Description

Leucochrysum albicans (also called White Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky, grassy areas and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leucochrysum albicans is mainly used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leucochrysum albicans sub. albicans
Leucochrysum albicans var. tricolor (DC.) Paul G.Wilson
Leucochrysum albicans sub. alpinum (F.Muell.) Paul G.Wilson
Leucochrysum albicans sub. tricolor (DC.) N.G.Walsh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucochrysum albicans has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucochrysum albicans is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Leucochrysum albicans

Leucochrysum albicans is native to Australia and can be found in dry, grassy areas.

Leucochrysum albicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucochrysum albicans?

Leucochrysum albicans

What is the common name of Leucochrysum albicans?

White Everlasting

Where is Leucochrysum albicans found?

Leucochrysum albicans is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-85658: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.