Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassipappa
ID:
47749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deble & A.S.Oliveira

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 17(1): 14 (-16; fig. 1) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047078



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Crassipappa
  • Baccharis crassipappa


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Description

Baccharis crassipappa (also called Thick-Leaf Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has thick, leathery leaves. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis crassipappa is used for making fences and as a source of firewood. It is also used to make brooms and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis crassipappa has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings of Baccharis crassipappa have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis crassipappa is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sowing in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Baccharis crassipappa

Baccharis crassipappa is native to the Amazon region of South America and can be found in the rainforest and wetland areas of the area. It is not widely available in nurseries.

Baccharis crassipappa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis crassipappa?

Baccharis crassipappa

What is the family of Baccharis crassipappa?

Asteraceae

Where is Baccharis crassipappa native to?

Brazil

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-145542: Based on the initial data import
Leonardo Paz Deble (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deble' in the authors string.
Anabela Silveira de Oliveira (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Oliveira' in the authors string.