... Acknowledgements: additional images by Brian du Preez. Helichrysum ruderale is a biennial aromatic herb, growing up ... in spring to early summer, between September and November. Helichrysum ruderale is endemic to South Africa and recorded ... especially, bees are drawn to the bright flowers of Helichrysum ruderale . The flowers also attract butterflies. ...

... and Clinton Carbutt for making his images available. Helichrysum citricephalum is a relatively large, densely ... surround the mass of darker yellow flowers in the centre. Helichrysum citricephalum flowers in late summer to early autumn (February to March). Although Helichrysum citricephalum does not closely resemble any ...

... very strong aromatic odour. Fig. 2. A typical specimen of Helichrysum pandurifolium , showing height and width when ... Alternately arranged, strongly aromatic, ovate leaves of Helichrysum pandurifolium , with grey-wool on both sides and ... involucral bracts. (Photo Marcus Melck) It is similar to Helichrysum patulum and H. petiolare , however it may be ...

... in spring to midsummer (September–February). When the Helichrysum patulum flowerhead reaches the end of its cycle, ... by its distinct petiole and leaves that are not crinkly. Helichrysum patulum grows on sandy flats and coastal dunes ... drought, and are wind resistant and frost tolerant. The Helichrysum patulum flowers attract pollinating insects, such ...

... Botanical Garden (Millennium Seed Bank) April 2013   Helichrysum grandiflorum is a rather tufted subshrub up to 50 ... is 0.75 mm long, barrel-shaped, ribbed and without hairs. Helichrysum grandiflorum is endemic to the mountains of the ... slopes. It is suitable for winter-rainfall gardens. Helichrysum This is an easy plant to grow and makes an ...

... Free State National Botanical Garden March 2009   Helichrysum nudifolium var. pilosellum is a perennial herb up ... or rain. The flowering time is from October to March.   Helichrysum nudifolium  var.  pilosellum  occurs at high ... full sun, and thrives in dry conditions. The flowers of Helichrysum nudifolium var. pilosellum attract lots of small ...

... National Herbarium, Pretoria December 2007 This perennial Helichrysum has many slender, erect, stems, about 300 mm ... are one-seeded and each bears a number of fine bristles. Helichrysum aureonitens is widespread in grassland from ... blown or washed away from the parent. This species of Helichrysum acts as a good soil binder. Helichrysum ...

... & JJJ Mnengwane National Herbarium Pretoria March 2007   Helichrysum herniaroides is a prostrate annual herb with a ... with its peak flowering time from July to September. Helichrysum herniarioides is widely distributed in the ... areas. It produces copious seeds that are wind-dispersed. Helichrysum Nothing is known about the cultivation, but ...

... National Herbarium, Pretoria November 2005 This Helichrysum is a robust, biennial, strong-smelling herb. The ... fire is unlikely to interfere with their reproduction. Helichrysum Plant  in a warm, sunny position in ... are a common pest and can be removed by hand. The genus Helichrysum Mill. was named by Phillip Miller (1691-1771), a ...

... Swelankomo National Herbarium, Pretoria December 2004 Helichrysum odoratissimum is a strongly aromatic, much ... and will colonize bare areas such as roadsides and paths. Helichrysum Propagation is by seed and stem cuttings. Set ... temporary and replace it every 2-3 years. The genus name, Helichrysum , refers to the golden yellow flowers and comes ...