Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
48726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 34: 575. 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048055



Common Names

  • Largeleaf Baccharis
  • Bigflower Baccharis
  • Baccharis macrocephala


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Synonyms

  • Neomolina macrocephala (Greenm.) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis macrocephala (also called Large-headed Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in open woodlands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis macrocephala is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis macrocephala is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a well-drained potting mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Baccharis macrocephala

Baccharis macrocephala can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Baccharis macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis macrocephala?

Baccharis macrocephala

What is the family of Baccharis macrocephala?

Asteraceae

Where is Baccharis macrocephala native to?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-14653: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.