Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramiflora
ID:
34308

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xv. (1880) 33.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033637



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Ramiflora
  • Baccharis Ramiflora


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis ramiflora ramiflora [unknown]
  • Baccharis ramiflora squarrulosa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Baccharis ramiflora (also called Brazilian Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis ramiflora is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis ramiflora has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis ramiflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring and division of the rootstock should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Baccharis ramiflora

Baccharis ramiflora is native to Central and South America.

Baccharis ramiflora FAQ

What type of plant is Baccharis ramiflora?

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

Where is Baccharis ramiflora native to?

Baccharis ramiflora is native to South America.

What are the characteristics of Baccharis ramiflora?

Baccharis ramiflora is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has white flowers with yellow centers.

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-132518: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.