Status:
valid
Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 32(3): 357, nom. nov. (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024510
Common Names
- Helichrysum petiolare
- Petiolate Everlasting
- Petiolare Everlasting
Synonyms
- Helichrysum petiolatum D.Don [unknown]
- Gnaphalium petiolatum L. [unknown]
- Helichrysum petiolatum (L.) DC. [unknown]
Description
Helichrysum petiolare (also called Silver Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in coastal areas, on hillsides, and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Helichrysum petiolare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helichrysum petiolare is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helichrysum petiolare is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and will germinate in the spring.
Where to Find Helichrysum petiolare
Helichrysum petiolare is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Helichrysum petiolare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helichrysum petiolare?
Helichrysum petiolare
What is the common name of Helichrysum petiolare?
Licorice Plant
What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum petiolare?
Helichrysum petiolare is native to South 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,