Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 407 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084764
Common Names
- Baccharis Pilularis
- Pilularis Baccharis
- Baccharis
Description
Baccharis pilularis (also called Coyote brush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Western United States. It grows in dry and sandy soils, in open grasslands, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis pilularis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Baccharis pilularis sub. pilularis
Baccharis pilularis sub. consanguinea C.B.Wolf
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis pilularis has small, white flowers with five petals that are arranged in a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and grow to about 1 foot in height.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis pilularis is a shrub that is native to California and can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Pruning should be done in early spring to promote new growth.
Where to Find Baccharis pilularis
Baccharis pilularis can be found in North America.
Baccharis pilularis FAQ
What are the common uses of Baccharis pilularis?
Baccharis pilularis is commonly used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.
What is the habitat of Baccharis pilularis?
Baccharis pilularis is found in dry, rocky areas of North and South America.
What are the characteristics of Baccharis pilularis?
Baccharis pilularis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.
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,