| Botanical Name | Xerochrysum bracteatum |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Xerochrysum |
| Specie | bracteatum |
| Local Name in Urdu | کاغذی پھول |
| Common Name | Strawflower, Paper Daisy, Everlasting Daisy, Golden Everlasting |
| Life Cycle | Annuals |
| Cultivar Name | ABC |
| Fragrant or Not | No |
| Category(Bush/Vine/Tree) | small bedding plant |
| Height | 6-30 in |
| Spacing | 9-12 in. |
| Flowering Months | spring |
| Flower Color | Pink Red Orange Bright Yellow Purple Maroon (Purple-Brown) White/Near White |
| Growing Areas | All Pakistan |
| Frost Tender | yes |
| Exposure | full sun |
| Soil pH | tolerant |
| Propagation | by seeds |
| Uses | ornamental plant |
| Other Details | Xerochrysum bracteatum, commonly known as the golden everlasting or strawflower, is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to Australia. They bloom mid to late summer for hilly region and January-April in plains and add interest to borders and rock gardens. The flowers can be cut for use both fresh and dried.Annual. Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates light shade This 12-30 inch, rounded plant has narrow, green leaves and wiry flower stems. The 2- 2 1/2 diameter, rounded flower heads have a centre of non-showy fertile florets that are ringed with showy, papery-textured bracts in shades of red, salmon, purple, yellow, pink, or white. Helichrysum bracteatum do best in full sun with a well drained soil mix. Pinch plants early on to promote a tight habit. |
