Status:
valid
Authors:
Klatt
Source:
gcc
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier iv. 835.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092997
Common Names
- Helichrysum confertifolium
- Silver Everlasting
- Golden Everlasting
Description
Helichrysum confertifolium (also called Silver Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum confertifolium is a popular medicinal plant, used to treat a range of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Helichrysum confertifolium flower is yellow and daisy-like in shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum confertifolium is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seed tray and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Helichrysum confertifolium
Helichrysum confertifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Helichrysum confertifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum confertifolium?
Helichrysum confertifolium
What are the common names of Helichrysum confertifolium?
Silver Everlasting
What is the native range of Helichrysum confertifolium?
Africa
Species in the Helichrysum genus
Helichrysum patulifolium,
Helichrysum subglomeratum,
Helichrysum mollifolium,
Helichrysum sphaeroideum,
Helichrysum retortum,
Helichrysum buchananii,
Helichrysum stoechas,
Helichrysum ephelos,
Helichrysum sessilioides,
Helichrysum tomentosulum,
Helichrysum polioides,
Helichrysum serpentinicola,
Helichrysum pallens,
Helichrysum deltoideum,
Helichrysum oxybelium,
Helichrysum squarrulosum,
Helichrysum bellum,
Helichrysum persicum,
Helichrysum callichrysum,
Helichrysum foliosum,
Helichrysum lanuginosum,
Helichrysum altigenum,
Helichrysum montis-cati,
Helichrysum capense,
Helichrysum praecinctum,
Helichrysum obductum,
Helichrysum summo-montanum,
Helichrysum pannosum,
Helichrysum ibityense,
Helichrysum mundtii,
Helichrysum marlothianum,
Helichrysum anomalum,
Helichrysum tricostatum,
Helichrysum sivasicum,
Helichrysum aureum,
Helichrysum sarcolaenifolium,
Helichrysum auronitens,
Helichrysum calocephalum,
Helichrysum caespititium,
Helichrysum gloria-dei,
Helichrysum nuratavicum,
Helichrysum oligopappum,
Helichrysum pagophilum,
Helichrysum heldreichii,
Helichrysum armenium,
Helichrysum deserticola,
Helichrysum foetidum,
Helichrysum danguyanum,
Helichrysum mixtum,
Helichrysum korongoni,
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,