Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
halimifolia
ID:
38755

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 860 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038084



Common Names

  • Groundsel Tree
  • Sea Myrtle
  • Saltbush


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis cuneifolia Moench [unknown]
  • Conyza halimifolia Desf. [unknown]
  • Baccharis halimifolia halimifolia [unknown]
  • Baccharis halimifolia angustior DC. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis halimifolia (also called Sea-myrtle, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the eastern United States. It has small white flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, including wetlands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis halimifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis halimifolia is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis halimifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating by division, divide the clumps of plants in the spring or fall and replant in a sunny location. Water regularly until the plants are established.

Where to Find Baccharis halimifolia

Baccharis halimifolia is found in the United States and Canada.

Baccharis halimifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis halimifolia?

Baccharis halimifolia

What type of plant is Baccharis halimifolia?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis halimifolia?

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