Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilcensis
ID:
37181

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Hellw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 29: 259. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036510



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Pilco
  • Pilco Bush


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Description

Baccharis pilcensis (also called Pilco's Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Andes in Peru and Bolivia. It typically grows in dry montane forests and scrublands at an elevation of 2,000 to 3,000 meters. It has alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves that are 4 to 8 cm long and 2 to 4 cm wide. The flowers are small and yellowish-green and the fruits are small, woody capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis pilcensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Baccharis pilcensis are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis pilcensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Division should be done in spring or autumn, with the divisions planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants will flower from late summer to autumn and should be deadheaded regularly to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Baccharis pilcensis

Baccharis pilcensis is native to Argentina and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Baccharis pilcensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis pilcensis?

Baccharis pilcensis

What is the common name of Baccharis pilcensis?

Pilcensis Groundsel

What type of plant is Baccharis pilcensis?

Baccharis pilcensis is a shrub

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-135308: Based on the initial data import
Frank H. Hellwig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Hellw.' in the authors string.