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Helichrysum

Helichrysum

9.9
A group of small herbs and shrubs with flowers that keep their color for a long time
  • noun
  • /ˌhɛlɪˈkraɪzəm/
  • Specialized
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  • In Australia, helichrysum is often cultivated for its stunning blossoms that can be dried and used in potpourri.

I've had patients who started using helichrysum oil and saw great results with wrinkles but especially with getting rid of age spots, sunspots or discolored skin.

Examples

  • I've had patients who started using helichrysum oil and saw great results with wrinkles but especially with getting rid of age spots, sunspots or discolored skin.

    Dr. Josh Axe

  • Gardeners love to use helichrysum for its vibrant and everlasting flowers in their floral arrangements.

  • Many people appreciate the beauty of helichrysum plants, as they can bloom throughout the summer.

Compounds

Helichrysum bracteatum
  • Specialized
9.9

A plant with papery yellow to gold flowers used in dried flower arrangements

Helichrysum secundiflorum
  • Specialized
9.9

A small bush with soft white leaves and fragrant yellow flowers that people use in dried flower arrangements

Surface Forms

Helichrysum singular
Helichrysums plural

Etymology

Helichrysum comes from the Greek parts helios ('sun') and chrysos ('gold'), so the name means 'sun-gold'. That's why these plants have bright, golden flowers that keep their color for a long time.