Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
66910

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pers.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2(2): 424; Spreng. Syst. 3: 4 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066239



Common Names

  • Oblong-leaf Baccharis
  • Baccharis oblongifolia
  • Baccharis


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Description

Baccharis oblongifolia (also called Oblong-Leaved Baccharis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a rounded shape and grows to a height of 1.5 m. It prefers sunny, moist locations and grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis oblongifolia has small white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis oblongifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-10.

Where to Find Baccharis oblongifolia

Baccharis oblongifolia is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Baccharis oblongifolia FAQ

What are the characteristics of Baccharis oblongifolia?

Baccharis oblongifolia is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a single stem with alternate, lanceolate leaves. The flowers are yellow and the fruit is a small, three-lobed capsule.

What is the habitat of Baccharis oblongifolia?

Baccharis oblongifolia is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands in Central and Eastern Europe.

What is the flowering period of Baccharis oblongifolia?

Baccharis oblongifolia flowers from June to August.

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,

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