Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xvii. (1881-82) 211.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041106
Common Names
- Baccharis sarothroides
- Sarothroides Baccharis
- Broom Baccharis
Synonyms
- Baccharis sarothroides sarothroides [unknown]
- Baccharis sarothroides pluricephala Jeps. [unknown]
Description
Baccharis sarothroides (also called Broom Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in desert scrub and grasslands. It has a woody stem and branches with small, alternate leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small, winged achenes.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis sarothroides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for its nectar-rich flowers which attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis sarothroides has small, white flowers that are arranged in a single head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis sarothroides is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Baccharis sarothroides
Baccharis sarothroides is native to South America and can be found in the Chacoan region.
Baccharis sarothroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis sarothroides?
Baccharis sarothroides
What is the common name of Baccharis sarothroides?
Desert Broom
What is the natural habitat of Baccharis sarothroides?
Baccharis sarothroides is native to the southwestern United States and northern 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,