Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macraei
ID:
73043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 32 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072372



Common Names

  • Baccharis macraei
  • Macrae's Baccharis
  • Macrae's Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis macraei lucida Heering [unknown]
  • Baccharis macraei macraei [unknown]

Description

Baccharis macraei (also called Macrae's Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It has white flowers and is native to South America. It is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis macraei is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis macraei is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis macraei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require plenty of light and regular watering.

Where to Find Baccharis macraei

Baccharis macraei is native to South America.

Baccharis macraei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis macraei?

Baccharis macraei

What is the family of Baccharis macraei?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Baccharis macraei?

Macrae's Baccharis

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-29124: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.