Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachylaenoides
ID:
67450

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 421 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066779



Common Names

  • Brachylaenoides Baccharis
  • Brachylaenoides Groundsel
  • Baccharis brachylaenoides


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis walpersiana D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma indivisa Vell. [unknown]
  • Baccharis maguireana Malag. [unknown]
  • Baccharis meridensis Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Baccharis berberidifolia Walp. [unknown]
  • Baccharis brachylaenoides oblanceolata (Hieron.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Psila brachylaenoides (DC.) Aristeg. [unknown]
  • Baccharis venulosa venulosa [unknown]
  • Psila brachylaenoides brachylaenoides [unknown]
  • Baccharis brachylaenoides brachylaenoides [unknown]
  • Baccharis oblanceolata Rusby [unknown]
  • Baccharis venulosa cuspidibracteata Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Baccharis brachylaenoides brachylaenoides [unknown]
  • Baccharis venulosa oblanceolata Hieron. [unknown]
  • Baccharis brachylaenoides brachylaenoides [unknown]
  • Baccharis venulosa DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium schomburgkii Benth. [unknown]
  • Baccharis roraimae Schomb. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis brachylaenoides (also called short-leaved baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk with a rounded crown and grows to a height of 2-4 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands in the Andean region of South America.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis brachylaenoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Baccharis brachylaenoides var. ligustrina (DC.) Maguire & Wurdack
Baccharis brachylaenoides var. mathewsii Cuatrec.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis brachylaenoides is white in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis brachylaenoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, and division.

Where to Find Baccharis brachylaenoides

Baccharis brachylaenoides is native to South America. It can be found in sandy and rocky soils in the region.

Baccharis brachylaenoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis brachylaenoides?

Baccharis brachylaenoides

What is the common name of Baccharis brachylaenoides?

Short-leaved Baccharis

What is the family of Baccharis brachylaenoides?

Asteraceae

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