Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lycioides
ID:
95753

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Rémy in Gay

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 4: 99 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095082



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Gum Plant
  • Lycium Baccharis


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis valdiviana Phil. [unknown]
  • Baccharis negeri Heering [unknown]
  • Baccharis negeri Heering ex Reiche [unknown]

Description

Baccharis lycioides (also called Woolly Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and woolly leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis lycioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and as a source of firewood. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis lycioides is a white, daisy-like bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis lycioides is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division of the rootstock can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Baccharis lycioides

Baccharis lycioides is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as prairies, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Baccharis lycioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis lycioides?

Baccharis lycioides

What is the common name of Baccharis lycioides?

Wolfberry baccharis

What type of plant is Baccharis lycioides?

Perennial shrub

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-51271: Based on the initial data import
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Jules Rémy (1826-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rémy' in the authors string.