Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
81397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 30 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080726



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Gutierrezia
  • Coyote Brush


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Description

Baccharis obovata (also called Baccharis salicifolia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of about 2 m. It is found in open woodlands, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis obovata is a yellow-orange daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis obovata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Baccharis obovata

Baccharis obovata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Baccharis obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis obovata?

Baccharis obovata

What is the common name of Baccharis obovata?

Coastal baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis obovata?

Coastal areas with sandy soils

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-37292: 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.