Helichrysum tenax var. tenax
Helichrysum tenax var. tenax, commonly known as a species of everlasting flower, is a resilient medicinal herb prized for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its potent essential oils, it possesses significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-healing capabilities, making it a vital resource in traditional herbal medicine and modern aromatherapy.
- Scientific name: Helichrysum tenax var. tenax
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Africa
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 and the genus Helichrysum. Specifically, it is identified by its botanical variety as Helichrysum tenax var. tenax.
| 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 tenax var. tenax, is known by several different common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the tenacious everlasting, while in Spanish, it is commonly called siempre viva. Additionally, in Portuguese, it is known as sempre viva.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of Southern Africa. Within this region, it can be found extensively throughout the Cape Provinces. Its natural range also extends into the mountainous terrain of Lesotho. Additionally, the species is documented to occur within the KwaZulu-Natal province. These specific locations define the established geographical footprint of Helichrysum tenaxt var. tenaxt.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Lesotho | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Helichrysum tenax var. tenax, utilizes its leaves as a primary component for its medicinal properties. These leaves are typically characterized by their distinct texture and shape, serving as the main site for the accumulation of essential oils and bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Helichrysum tenax var. tenax has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |