Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilliesii
ID:
101928

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 123 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101257



Common Names

  • Baccharis gilliesii
  • Gillies' Baccharis
  • Gillies' Broom


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Description

Baccharis gilliesii (also called Gillies' baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its small, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis gilliesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its wood is used for fuel and in construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis gilliesii is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a black seed coat. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis gilliesii is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Baccharis gilliesii

Baccharis gilliesii is native to South America and can be found in the dry shrublands of Argentina and Chile.

Baccharis gilliesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis gilliesii?

Baccharis gilliesii

What is the common name of Baccharis gilliesii?

Gillies' baccharis

Where is Baccharis gilliesii found?

It is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas

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-5832: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.