Baccharis aretioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aretioides
ID:
36630
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 24(II): 68 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035959
Common Names
- Aretioides Baccharis
- Baccharis Aretioides
- Baccharis Aretioides Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baccharis aretioides (also called the False Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is a low-growing shrub, reaching only about 6 feet in height, with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis aretioides has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of skin diseases, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baccharis aretioides is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baccharis aretioides is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Baccharis aretioides
Baccharis aretioides can be found in Brazil.
Baccharis aretioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis aretioides?
Baccharis aretioides
What type of plant is Baccharis aretioides?
Shrub
Where does Baccharis aretioides grow?
It is native to South America
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-134775: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.