Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plummerae
ID:
70031

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 15: 48 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069360



Common Names

  • Plummerae Baccharis
  • Baccharis Plummerae
  • Plummerae Desert-thorn


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Description

Baccharis plummerae (also called Baccharis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the deserts of the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis plummerae is used as a medicinal plant to treat gastrointestinal disorders, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Baccharis plummerae sub. plummerae
Baccharis plummerae sub. glabrata Hoover

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis plummerae has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis plummerae is a perennial shrub that is native to the southwestern United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Baccharis plummerae

Baccharis plummerae is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, woodlands, and roadsides. It is most commonly found in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Baccharis plummerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis plummerae?

Baccharis plummerae

What is the common name of Baccharis plummerae?

Plummer's Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis plummerae?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-26187: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.