Status:
valid
Authors:
Malag.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Cienc. Nat. La Salle 37(107): 138. 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090236
Common Names
- Baccharis Campos-Portoana
- Campos-Portoana Groundsel
- Campos-Portoana Broom
Description
Baccharis campos-portoana (also called Porto's baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, grey-green leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis campos-portoana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Baccharis campos-portoana are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis campos-portoana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Baccharis campos-portoana
Baccharis campos-portoana is native to South America and can be found in parts of Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.
Baccharis campos-portoana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis campos-portoana?
Baccharis campos-portoana
What is the common name of Baccharis campos-portoana?
Campos-Porto's Baccharis
What is the natural habitat of Baccharis campos-portoana?
Grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes
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,