Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platypoda
ID:
63472

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 409 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062801



Common Names

  • Platypoda Baccharis
  • Platypoda Groundsel
  • Platypoda Broom


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis syncephala Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Baccharis syncephala Sch.Bip. ex Rusby [unknown]
  • Baccharis condensata Rusby [unknown]
  • Baccharis syncephala Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis platypoda (also called Platypus Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small white flowers and grows to about 1 meter in height. It is found in dry areas, such as scrubland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis platypoda is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis platypoda has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis platypoda is an evergreen shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is possible, but cuttings are the preferred method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted and established themselves.

Where to Find Baccharis platypoda

Baccharis platypoda is found in the dry regions of the western United States, from California to Texas.

Baccharis platypoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis platypoda?

Baccharis platypoda

What type of plant is Baccharis platypoda?

Baccharis platypoda is a species of shrub in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Baccharis platypoda found?

Baccharis platypoda is found in 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,

References