Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cognata
ID:
124584

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 413 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123913



Common Names

  • Baccharis Cognata
  • Cognata
  • Baccharis


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Description

Baccharis cognata (also called Baccharis, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial flowering plant in the daisy family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It grows to a height of 30-90 cm and has small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis cognata has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis cognata is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. It does not require any special care and will thrive in most environments.

Where to Find Baccharis cognata

Baccharis cognata is a shrub native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Baccharis cognata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis cognata?

Baccharis cognata

What type of plant is Baccharis cognata?

Herbaceous plant

Where is Baccharis cognata found?

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,

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