Helichrysum noeanum
Helichrysum noeanum, commonly known as the everlasting flower, is a resilient medicinal plant prized for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, it is frequently utilized in traditional remedies to support skin health and promote healing, making it a valuable botanical treasure in holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Helichrysum noeanum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, falling into the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Helichrysum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Helichrysum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Helichrysum noeanum, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as Everlasting, while in Spanish, it is known as Siempre viva. In Portuguese, the plant is called Imortal, and in French, it is called Immortelle.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Helichrysum noeanum, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Within this broad territory, the species is specifically documented to grow in Türkiye. Because its habitat is so localized, it is considered an endemic element of the Turkish landscape. Consequently, finding this medicinal species requires searching within these particular geographic boundaries.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Activities
Helichrysum noeanum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticarcinogenic, Antimitotic, Genotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticarcinogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimitotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |