Helichrysum panormitanum subsp. melitense

Helichrysum panormitanum subsp. melitense
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Helichrysum
Species:
H. panormitanum
Subspecies:
H. p. subsp. melitense
Trinomial name
Helichrysum panormitanum subsp. melitense
(Pignatti) Iamonico & Pignatti
Synonyms[2]
  • Helichrysum melitense (Pignatti) Brullo, Lanfr., Pavone & Ronsisv.
  • Helichrysum rupestre var. melitense Pignatti

Helichrysum panormitanum subsp. melitense, synonym Helichrysum melitense, is a subspecies of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae and is endemic to Malta,[2] specifically to the island of Gozo. It is known as the Maltese everlasting. It can be found in Dwejra, and in cliffs in Gozo near Fungus Rock. Its natural habitats are Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation on Coastal garigue and vertical sheer cliffs. Recently, it was recorded in new locations on the island of Gozo. This plant is on the decline in the wild, and it is threatened by habitat loss. It is very easy to cultivate, and it is gaining ornamental popularity amongst the locals.

  1. ^ Stevens, D.; Lanfranco, E. (2006). "Helichrysum melitense". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2006: e.T61623A12525568. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2006.RLTS.T61623A12525568.en. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
  2. ^ a b "Helichrysum panormitanum subsp. melitense (Pignatti) Iamonico & Pignatti". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 2023-04-01.