Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chilcaura
ID:
43255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 36(5): 477 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042584



Common Names

  • Chilcaura Broom
  • Chilcaura
  • Chilcaura Bush


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Description

Baccharis chilcaura (also called Chilean baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, coastal areas and is often used as a windbreak.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis chilcaura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make tea and as an herbal remedy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis chilcaura has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis chilcaura is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in autumn.

Where to Find Baccharis chilcaura

Baccharis chilcaura is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Baccharis chilcaura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis chilcaura?

Baccharis chilcaura

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis chilcaura?

Mountain meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes

What are the common names of Baccharis chilcaura?

Chilcaura Baccharis

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,