Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
flexilis
ID:
6575

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 60 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005904



Common Names

  • Archibaccharis flexilis
  • Flexible Baccharis
  • Flexible Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Hemibaccharis flexilis S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Archibaccharis flexilis (also called Flexible Bristle-Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to the tropical regions of the Americas. It has long, narrow fronds and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It prefers moist soil and can be found in moist forests, swamps, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Archibaccharis flexilis is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and for its medicinal properties. It can also be used as a natural dye and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archibaccharis flexilis has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and smooth. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archibaccharis flexilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Archibaccharis flexilis

Archibaccharis flexilis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Archibaccharis flexilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archibaccharis flexilis?

Archibaccharis flexilis

What is the common name of Archibaccharis flexilis?

Flexible baccharis

Where is Archibaccharis flexilis native to?

It is native to the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Archibaccharis genus

Archibaccharis pringlei, Archibaccharis flexilis, Archibaccharis schiedeana, Archibaccharis venturana, Archibaccharis aequivenia, Archibaccharis hirtella, Archibaccharis auriculata, Archibaccharis salmeoides, Archibaccharis breedlovei, Archibaccharis tuxtlensis, Archibaccharis campii, Archibaccharis jacksonii, Archibaccharis serratifolia, Archibaccharis nicaraguensis, Archibaccharis standleyi, Archibaccharis intermedia, Archibaccharis almedana, Archibaccharis simplex, Archibaccharis irazuensis, Archibaccharis blakeana, Archibaccharis macdonaldii, Archibaccharis glakeana, Archibaccharis peninsularis, Archibaccharis lucentifolia, Archibaccharis corymbosa, Archibaccharis veracruzana, Archibaccharis hieracioides, Archibaccharis nephocephala, Archibaccharis trichotoma, Archibaccharis taeniotricha, Archibaccharis panamensis, Archibaccharis asperifolia, Archibaccharis androgyna, Archibaccharis albescens, Archibaccharis subsessilis, Archibaccharis lineariloba, Archibaccharis vulneraria,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-105682: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.