Baccharis odorata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
87273
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. [H.B.K.] 4(14): 40 (ed. fol.). 1818 [1820 publ. 26 Oct 1818] ; later publ. 4(14): 52 (ed. qto.). 1820. [17 Apr 1820]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086602
Common Names
- Baccharis odorata
- Fragrant Baccharis
- Fragrant False Willow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baccharis odorata (also called Fragrant Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with alternate, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Baccharis odorata var. nummularia BenoistFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis odorata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baccharis odorata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It requires regular watering and fertilization.
Where to Find Baccharis odorata
Baccharis odorata is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Baccharis odorata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis odorata?
Baccharis odorata
What is the natural habitat of Baccharis odorata?
It is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
What type of soil does Baccharis odorata prefer?
It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
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
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:183526-1: Based on the initial data import