Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabrifolia
ID:
50919

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Heiden

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bradea 13(2): 6 (5-9; fig. 1) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050248



Common Names

  • Baccharis scabrifolia
  • Chamizo
  • Chamizo blanco


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Synonyms

  • Lanugothamnus scabrifolius (G.Heiden) Deble [unknown]

Description

Baccharis scabrifolia (also called Rough Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the deserts of North America and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis scabrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis scabrifolia has small white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis scabrifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Baccharis scabrifolia

Baccharis scabrifolia is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Baccharis scabrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis scabrifolia?

Baccharis scabrifolia

What is the family of Baccharis scabrifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Baccharis scabrifolia?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-148783: Based on the initial data import
Gustavo Heiden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Heiden' in the authors string.