Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
napaea
ID:
1305697

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Heiden

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 66: 50 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318151





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Description

Baccharis napaea (also called 'Baccharis', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis napaea is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis napaea is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis napaea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Baccharis napaea

Baccharis napaea is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Paraná.

Baccharis napaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis napaea?

Baccharis napaea

What is the family of Baccharis napaea?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Baccharis napaea?

Napaea 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

Gustavo Heiden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Heiden' in the authors string.