Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vent.) Tzvelev
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 27: 151 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023054
Common Names
- Strawflower
- Paper Daisy
- Bractead Daisy
Synonyms
- Gnaphalium macranthum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium acuminatum Link [unknown]
- Xeranthemum bracteatum Vent. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium chrysanthum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Helichrysum niveum Graham [unknown]
- Bracteantha bracteata (Vent.) Anderb. & Haegi [unknown]
- Helichrysum bracteatum (Vent.) Andrews [unknown]
- Helichrysum lucidum lucidum [unknown]
- Gnaphalium macrocephalum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Xerochrysum bracteatum bracteatum [unknown]
- Gnaphalium papillosum Poir. [unknown]
- Helichrysum monstruosum hort. [unknown]
- Helichrysum acuminatum acuminatum [unknown]
- Helichrysum chrysanthum Pers. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium glabratum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Helichrysum compositum hort. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium bicolor (Lindl.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Gnaphalium banksii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Helichrysum lucidum Henckel [unknown]
Description
Xerochrysum bracteatum (also called golden everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Xerochrysum bracteatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xerochrysum bracteatum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, serrated leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xerochrysum bracteatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-45 cm apart.
Where to Find Xerochrysum bracteatum
Xerochrysum bracteatum is found in Australia and New Zealand.
Xerochrysum bracteatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xerochrysum bracteatum?
Xerochrysum bracteatum
What is the family of Xerochrysum bracteatum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Xerochrysum bracteatum?
Golden Everlasting
Species in the Xerochrysum 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,