Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 420 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133122
Common Names
- Pingraea
- Baccharis Pingraea
- Pingraea Baccharis
Description
Baccharis pingraea (also called Pingre's Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a single stem with small, grey-green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis pingraea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Baccharis pingraea var. angustissima DC.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis pingraea has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis pingraea is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.
Where to Find Baccharis pingraea
Baccharis pingraea is native to South America, including parts of Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It is also found in parts of Central America.
Baccharis pingraea FAQ
What are the common names of Baccharis pingraea?
Pingraea Baccharis
What type of plant is Baccharis pingraea?
Perennial herb
Where is Baccharis pingraea native to?
Central and South 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,