Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alleluia
ID:
51616

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Oliveira & Deble

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 18(1): 45 (-48; fig. 1) (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050945



Common Names

  • Baccharis Alleluia
  • Alleluia Baccharis
  • Alleluia's Baccharis


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Description

Baccharis alleluia (also called Alleluia False Dandelion, False Dandelion, and Alleluia False Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to South America. It has long, thin, grass-like leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis alleluia is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis alleluia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis alleluia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet, soggy soil. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring.

Where to Find Baccharis alleluia

Baccharis alleluia is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Baccharis alleluia FAQ

What are the common names of Baccharis alleluia?

Alleluia Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis alleluia?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

What is the scientific classification of Baccharis alleluia?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Asterales; Family: Asteraceae; Genus: Baccharis; Species: B. alleluia

What are the medicinal uses of Baccharis alleluia?

None known

What is the optimal soil type for Baccharis alleluia?

Well-drained, sandy soil

Species in the Baccharis genus

Baccharis arenaria, Baccharis serranoi, Baccharis aliena, Baccharis psammophila, Baccharis johnwurdackiana, Baccharis tarchonanthoides, Baccharis uncinella, Baccharis barragensis, Baccharis sessilifolia, Baccharis paranensis, Baccharis notosergila, Baccharis divaricata, Baccharis pseudovaccinioides, Baccharis serrulata, Baccharis revoluta, Baccharis conferta, Baccharis pululahuensis, Baccharis nitida, Baccharis paulopolitana, Baccharis thymifolia, Baccharis oreophila, Baccharis woytkowskii, Baccharis serrifolia, Baccharis grandicapitulata, Baccharis ayacuchensis, Baccharis coridifolia, Baccharis caespitosa, Baccharis nummularia, Baccharis magellanica, Baccharis pohlii, Baccharis volubilis, Baccharis vincifolia, Baccharis itatiaiae, Baccharis rodriguezii, Baccharis scoparioides, Baccharis espadae, Baccharis paramicola, Baccharis havardii, Baccharis phylicoides, Baccharis spegazzinii, Baccharis zoellneri, Baccharis pseudopilcensis, Baccharis thesioides, Baccharis trimera, Baccharis zamoranensis, Baccharis glomeruliflora, Baccharis uleana, Baccharis stenocephala, Baccharis frigida, Baccharis alpina,

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-149488: Based on the initial data import
Leonardo Paz Deble (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deble' in the authors string.
Anabela Silveira de Oliveira (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Oliveira' in the authors string.