Helipterum (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of South African and Australian herbs or shrubs grown as everlastings; the various Helipterum species are currently in process of being assigned to other genera especially genera Pteropogon and Hyalosperma.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Helipterum roseum, commonly known as pink helipterum, is a shrub that grows in Western Australia.
- Everlastings, particularly the helipterum varieties, are often used in dried flower arrangements.
- The genus Helipterum is currently undergoing reclassification, with many species being reassigned to other genera.
- Helipterum manglesii, also known as star everlasting, is a type of evergreen shrub native to Australia.
- Gardeners often grow helipterum species in their gardens for their attractive flowers and durability.