Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
adenocarpum
ID:
44976

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 180 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044305

Common Names

  • Helichrysum adenocarpum
  • Adenocarpum Helichrysum
  • Helichrysum Adenocarpum

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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum adenocarpum adenocarpum [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum adenocarpum (also called Silver Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in sandy, rocky soils and is often found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum adenocarpum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helichrysum adenocarpum sub. adenocarpum
Helichrysum adenocarpum sub. ammophilum Hilliard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Helichrysum adenocarpum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum adenocarpum is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Helichrysum adenocarpum

Helichrysum adenocarpum can be found in South Africa. It is a common plant found in dry, rocky habitats.

Helichrysum adenocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum adenocarpum?

Helichrysum adenocarpum

What is the common name of Helichrysum adenocarpum?

Woolly everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum adenocarpum?

Dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands

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,