Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
darwinii
ID:
64111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 39 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063440



Common Names

  • Darwin's Baccharis
  • Darwin's Groundsel
  • Darwin's Groundsel Bush


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Synonyms

  • Neomolina darwinii (Hook. & Arn.) F.H.Hellwig [deprecated]
  • Baccharis angulata angulata [unknown]
  • Baccharis grossedentata Heering [unknown]
  • Baccharis angulata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Neomolina darwinii Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Baccharis angulata andina Hieron. [unknown]
  • Baccharis ulicina subintegrifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Neomolina darwinii (Hook. & Arn.) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]
  • Baccharis heterothalmoides Britton [unknown]

Description

Baccharis darwinii (also called 'Darwin's Baccharis' and 'Darwin's Groundsel', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Canary Islands, and is found in grasslands, stony slopes and rocky places. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis darwinii is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and stomachaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis darwinii has small, yellowish-white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis darwinii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Baccharis darwinii

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

Baccharis darwinii FAQ

What are the common names of Baccharis darwinii?

Common names of Baccharis darwinii include Darwin's broom and Darwin's evergreen.

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis darwinii?

Baccharis darwinii is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

What are the medicinal uses of Baccharis darwinii?

Baccharis darwinii has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and sedative properties.

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-20407: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.