Description
Baccharis pentaptera (also called 'Five-winged Baccharis', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and five-winged fruits. It is native to South America and grows in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis pentaptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baccharis pentaptera is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.