Common Everlasting Flower
Helichrysum apiculatum
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: helichrysum
Plant ID (slug): helichrysum-apiculatum
Numeric ID: 21637
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Helichrysum apiculatum is a SHRUB growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Australia - all areas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Anthelmintic Anthelmintic[152, 154].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Helichrysum apiculatum Common Everlasting Flower