Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufidula
ID:
33549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Joch.Müll.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 76: 306 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032878



Common Names

  • Rufidula Baccharis
  • Rufidula Groundsel
  • Rufidula Baccharis Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Conyza rufidula Spreng. [unknown]
  • Pseudobaccharis inamoena (Gardner) Malag. [unknown]
  • Baccharis inamoena Gardner [unknown]
  • Heterothalamus trinervis (Pers.) Hook. [deprecated]
  • Baccharis apiculata Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Baccharis rufidula (also called 'Rufidula Baccharis' and 'Rufidula Groundsel', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has grey-green foliage and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and along the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis rufidula has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural dye, and its essential oils are used in aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis rufidula has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis rufidula is a shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Once the roots have developed, the plants can be transplanted to their permanent location. It is also possible to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted once they have developed a few sets of leaves.

Where to Find Baccharis rufidula

Baccharis rufidula is native to the Andean region of South America.

Baccharis rufidula FAQ

What is the common name of Baccharis rufidula?

Rufidula Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis rufidula?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Baccharis rufidula?

Spring to summer

What is the scientific name of Baccharis rufidula?

Baccharis rufidula

What is the life cycle of Baccharis rufidula?

Annual

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-131796: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Jochen Müller (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joch.Müll.' in the authors string.