Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
gcc
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(14): 41 (ed. fol.) (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117535
Common Names
- Rupicola
- Cliff Baccharis
- Coast Baccharis
Synonyms
- Baccharis capitoides Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Baccharis rupicola rupicola [unknown]
- Baccharis rupicola rupicola [unknown]
- Baccharis pascensis Hieron. [unknown]
Description
Baccharis rupicola (also called Rock Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is native to Chile and Argentina and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis rupicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including digestive and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis rupicola has small white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis rupicola is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Baccharis rupicola
Baccharis rupicola can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.
Baccharis rupicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis rupicola?
Baccharis rupicola
What type of plant is Baccharis rupicola?
Baccharis rupicola is a shrub
Where is Baccharis rupicola found?
Baccharis rupicola is found in Mexico
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,