Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentodonta
ID:
126444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 32(5): 52, pl. 4, fig. 12 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125773



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Silverling
  • Five-tooth Baccharis


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis gracillima Heering & Dusén [unknown]
  • Baccharis pluridentata Heering in A.Usteri [unknown]

Description

Baccharis pentodonta (also called Five-toothed Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to California and grows in chaparral, grasslands, and oak woodlands habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis pentodonta is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can be used to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis pentodonta is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis pentodonta is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When grown from seed, it should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist, well-drained medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Baccharis pentodonta

Baccharis pentodonta can be found in the dry, rocky hills of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Baccharis pentodonta FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Baccharis pentodonta?

Baccharis pentodonta prefers warm and humid climates with plenty of sunlight and well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Baccharis pentodonta?

Baccharis pentodonta prefers well-draining soil that is slightly acidic.

How often should Baccharis pentodonta be watered?

Baccharis pentodonta should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

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