Helichrysum

Design: Klara Mikulić | Uploaded by SakaSerbia member of Serbian Maximaphile Society

Publisher ID:

1041

Our code:

MC-HR-POC-2016-03-21-3/3

Country:

Croatia

Publisher:

Croatian Post

Design:

Klara Mikulić

Printing:

Zrinski d.d.

Stamp value:

4,60 HRK

Date of stamp issue:

Cancelled:

Theme:

Flora of Croatia

In the member's collection

Helichrysum italicum (Roth) G. Don is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is commonly known as curry plant, Italian strawflower, or immortelle. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, and other countries. It is a subshrub that grows primarily in the subtropical biome. The plant has narrow leaves that are evergreen and has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soil.

The essential oil extracted from the plant is used in aromatherapy and is believed to have various health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and relieving pain. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as indigestion, respiratory problems, and skin conditions.