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valid
Authors:
Pruski
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Flora Brasiliensis 6(3): 92
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021413
Common Names
- Baccharis humilis
- Low Baccharis
- Low Seepwillow
Description
Baccharis humilis (also called Coyote Brush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has small, gray-green leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and can be found in chaparral, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis humilis is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baccharis humilis is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis humilis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be watered regularly and kept free of weeds. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the shrub.
Where to Find Baccharis humilis
Baccharis humilis is found in South America, including Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay.
Baccharis humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis humilis?
Baccharis humilis
What is the common name of Baccharis humilis?
Groundsel Bush
What is the habitat of Baccharis humilis?
Baccharis humilis is found in dry, rocky slopes, meadows, 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,