Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
72398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pers.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2(2): 425 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071727



Common Names

  • Baccharis Linearis
  • Desert Broom
  • Narrowleaf Baccharis


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis rosmarinifolia rosmarinifolia [unknown]
  • Baccharis rosmarinifolia subandina (Phil.) Heer. ex Reiche [deprecated]

Description

Baccharis linearis (also called Narrowleaf baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has opposite, linear leaves and produces small white flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky, and grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis linearis is a shrub native to North and South America. It is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant. Its leaves are used to make tea, and its flowers are used to make perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis linearis is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is small and dark brown. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis linearis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Baccharis linearis

Baccharis linearis can be found in the coastal regions of California and Mexico.

Baccharis linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis linearis?

Baccharis linearis

What is the common name of Baccharis linearis?

Linearis

Where is Baccharis linearis found?

Baccharis linearis is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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