Hellenia alba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
440104
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Retz.) Willd.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
Citation Micro:
Sp. pl. 5
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439436
Common Names
- Hellenia alba
- White Hellenia
- White Sunflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hellenia alba (also called White Hellenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, often on rocky slopes and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hellenia alba is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hellenia alba has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hellenia alba is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Hellenia alba
Hellenia alba is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Hellenia alba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hellenia alba?
Hellenia alba
What type of plant is Hellenia alba?
A shrub
Where is Hellenia alba native to?
Mexico
Species in the Hellenia genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,
References
Anders Jahan Retzius (1742-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Retz.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000439436: Based on the initial data import