Helichrysum stoechas
Helichrysum stoechas, commonly known as Everlasting or Immortelle, is a resilient Mediterranean perennial celebrated for its aromatic, golden blooms. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this plant offers potent anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Its essential oils are highly valued in skincare for promoting skin regeneration and soothing various dermatological conditions.
- Scientific name: Helichrysum stoechas
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Helichrysum, which includes the species Helichrysum stoechas.
| 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, known scientifically as Helichrysum stoechas, is referred to by various traditional names across different languages and regions. In German, it is called the Mittelmeer-Strohblume, while in Catalan, it is known as the ramell de Sant Ponç. Its Portuguese name is erva-de-São-João, and in Basque, it is called Betibizi hori. Additionally, in Arabic, it is identified as خالدة الجزر.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Mittelmeer-Strohblume | Wikidata |
| ca | ramell de Sant Ponç | Wikidata |
| pt | erva-de-São-João | Wikidata |
| eu | Betibizi hori | Wikidata |
| ar | خالدة الجزر | Wikidata |
| arz | امارنطون | Wikidata |
| eo | helikrizo | Wikidata |
| mwl | yerba de San Joan | Wikidata |
| de | Helichrysum stoechas subsp. stoechas | Wikidata |
| de | Helichrysum conglobatum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several European regions. In Middle Europe, its presence can be noted within Germany. Moving toward the Mediterranean, it is found throughout various parts of Southwestern Europe. Specifically, its range includes the Baleares, Corse, and France. Additionally, the species extends its reach further west to include Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Immortelle, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which include the fragrant leaves and the small, golden-yellow flower heads, contain the essential oils and bioactive compounds responsible for its therapeutic properties. When harvested, these aerial parts are typically dried to be used in infusions, essential oil extraction, or topical preparations to exploit their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Helichrysum stoechas has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include TNF-alpha, helipyrone, homoarenol, italipyrone.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| TNF-alpha | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| helipyrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| homoarenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| italipyrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Helichrysum stoechas has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antithrombotic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antithrombotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Helichrysum stoechas has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include TNF-alpha, anxiety disorders, blood clot, inflammation.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| TNF-alpha | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiety disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood clot | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |