Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dracunculifolia
ID:
128338

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 421 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127667



Common Names

  • Baccharis Dracunculifolia
  • Broom Baccharis
  • Tall Baccharis


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis dracunculifolia spectabilis Heering [unknown]
  • Baccharis dracunculifolia subviscosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Baccharis paucidentata Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Baccharis leptospermoides DC. [unknown]
  • Baccharis dracunculifolia dracunculifolia [unknown]
  • Baccharis dracunculifolia dracunculifolia [unknown]
  • Baccharis paucidentata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Baccharis pulverulenta Klatt [unknown]
  • Baccharis dracunculifolia integerrima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Baccharis bracteata Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis dracunculifolia (also called Groundsel Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of 3m with a spread of 2m. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white daisy-like flowers in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and coastal conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis dracunculifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and can be used as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Baccharis dracunculifolia sub. tandilensis (Speg.) Giuliano
Baccharis dracunculifolia sub. dracunculifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Baccharis dracunculifolia is small, white and tubular. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are very small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis dracunculifolia is a perennial shrub that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is best done by sowing the seeds directly in the garden in early spring or late summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Baccharis dracunculifolia

Baccharis dracunculifolia can be found in South America, from Argentina to Peru.

Baccharis dracunculifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis dracunculifolia?

Baccharis dracunculifolia

What is the common name of Baccharis dracunculifolia?

Dragon-leaf baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis dracunculifolia?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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