Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hookerianum
ID:
41780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 201 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041109

Common Names

  • Helichrysum hookerianum
  • Paper Daisy
  • Everlasting Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium hookerianum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Helichrysum hookerianum (also called Hooker's Everlasting, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grasslands. It has a woody stem and branches with small, alternate leaves. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruits are small, winged achenes.

Uses & Benefits

Helichrysum hookerianum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helichrysum hookerianum is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helichrysum hookerianum is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It is a low maintenance plant that requires little care.

Where to Find Helichrysum hookerianum

Helichrysum hookerianum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape.

Helichrysum hookerianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helichrysum hookerianum?

Helichrysum hookerianum

What is the common name of Helichrysum hookerianum?

Hooker's Everlasting

What is the natural habitat of Helichrysum hookerianum?

Helichrysum hookerianum 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,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:212863-1: Based on the initial data import