Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentlandii
ID:
28860

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 416 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028189



Common Names

  • Pentland's Baccharis
  • Pentland's Broom
  • Baccharis pentlandii


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis fallax Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pluchea montana Griseb. [unknown]
  • Baccharis rubricaulis Rusby [unknown]
  • Baccharis pentlandii pentlandii [unknown]
  • Baccharis pentlandii sculpta (Griseb.) Joch.Müll. [unknown]
  • Baccharis sculpta Griseb. [unknown]
  • Baccharis vernicoso-splendida Herzog [unknown]

Description

Baccharis pentlandii (also called 'Pentland's Baccharis', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with small, white, tubular flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, open habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis pentlandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating digestive problems, headaches, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis pentlandii is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis pentlandii is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil mix. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Baccharis pentlandii

Baccharis pentlandii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky soils.

Baccharis pentlandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis pentlandii?

Baccharis pentlandii

What is the common name of Baccharis pentlandii?

Baccharis

Where does Baccharis pentlandii grow?

Baccharis pentlandii is found in Mexico and Central America.

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,