Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitalensis
ID:
40513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heering

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Jahrb. Hamburg. Wiss. Anst. Beih. 3(31. Jahrb.): 102. 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039842



Common Names

  • Capital Baccharis
  • Capital Broom
  • Capital False Willow


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Description

Baccharis capitalensis (also called Mexican Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis capitalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis capitalensis is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis capitalensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant.

Where to Find Baccharis capitalensis

Baccharis capitalensis can be found in Argentina and Uruguay.

Baccharis capitalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis capitalensis?

Baccharis capitalensis

What is the common name of Baccharis capitalensis?

Capital Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis capitalensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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-138536: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Heering (1876-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heering' in the authors string.