Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antioquensis
ID:
59970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Killip & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mutisia n.° 17: [1] (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059299



Common Names

  • Baccharis antioquensis
  • Broom Bush
  • Silverling


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Description

Baccharis antioquensis (also called Antioquia Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Colombia and is found in dry forests, scrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis antioquensis is a shrub used as a windbreak or as a hedge. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis antioquensis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis antioquensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Baccharis antioquensis

Baccharis antioquensis can be found in wet grasslands and open woodlands in Colombia.

Baccharis antioquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis antioquensis?

Baccharis antioquensis

What is the common name of Baccharis antioquensis?

Antioquensis Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis antioquensis?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and open woods

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-16386: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.