Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arcuata
ID:
128294

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Hellw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 29: 371 (1990) (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127623



Common Names

  • Arcuate Baccharis
  • Arched Baccharis
  • Arrowleaf Baccharis


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Description

Baccharis arcuata (also called Arcuate Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is commonly found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis arcuata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis arcuata is yellow and has a single row of ray florets surrounding a yellow central disc. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves, and the cotyledons are oval and slightly toothed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis arcuata is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or fall. Seeds can also be used, but germination is slow and inconsistent.

Where to Find Baccharis arcuata

Baccharis arcuata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Baccharis arcuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis arcuata?

Baccharis arcuata

What is the common name of Baccharis arcuata?

Arched Baccharis

Where is Baccharis arcuata native to?

South America

What type of plant is Baccharis arcuata?

Shrub

What color are the flowers of Baccharis arcuata?

White

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-88618: Based on the initial data import
Frank H. Hellwig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Hellw.' in the authors string.