Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pteronioides
ID:
45589

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 410 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044918



Common Names

  • Baccharis pteronioides
  • Wing-stem Baccharis
  • Wingstem False Willow


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis ramulosa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Linosyris ramulosa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Haplopappus ramulosus DC. [unknown]
  • Neomolina pteronioides (DC.) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis pteronioides (also called 'Feather-leaf Baccharis', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the south-western United States. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis pteronioides has been used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including headaches, colds, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis pteronioides is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small achene, which is light brown in color and has a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are light green in color and have a rosette-like growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis pteronioides is a perennial species which can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Baccharis pteronioides

Baccharis pteronioides is native to South America. It can be found in dry, sunny areas such as hillsides, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Baccharis pteronioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis pteronioides?

Baccharis pteronioides

What type of plant is Baccharis pteronioides?

Baccharis pteronioides is a shrub

Where is Baccharis pteronioides found?

Baccharis pteronioides 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,