Baccharis leptophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
124227
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 423 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123556
Common Names
- Leptophylla Baccharis
- Leptophylla Bush
- Leptophylla Daisy Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baccharis leptophylla (also called Leptophyllous Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America, specifically in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis leptophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baccharis leptophylla is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baccharis leptophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location in a well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a container. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Baccharis leptophylla
Baccharis leptophylla can be found in the dry regions of Mexico and Central America.
Baccharis leptophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis leptophylla?
Baccharis leptophylla
What type of plant is Baccharis leptophylla?
It is a shrub
Where does Baccharis leptophylla grow?
It is native to South America
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-84698: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.