Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
26525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) G.M.Barroso

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 28(40): 123. 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025854



Common Names

  • Baccharis dentata
  • Toothed Baccharis
  • Toothed Bush


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Synonyms

  • Chrysocoma dentata Vell. [unknown]
  • Baccharis fuchsiifolia Gardner [unknown]
  • Baccharis orgyalis orgyalis [unknown]
  • Baccharis orgyalis fuchsiifolia (Gardner) Heering [unknown]
  • Baccharis orgyalis DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma maritima Vell. [unknown]
  • Baccharis macrodonta DC. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis dentata (also called dentate baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the southeastern United States and typically grows in dry, open woods and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis dentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis dentata is white, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis dentata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Baccharis dentata

Baccharis dentata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Baccharis dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis dentata?

Baccharis dentata

What is the common name of Baccharis dentata?

Toothed baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis dentata?

Dry, open woods and prairies

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-12498: Based on the initial data import
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.