Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
41432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pers.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. 2(2): 424 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040761



Common Names

  • Baccharis Scandens
  • Climbing Baccharis
  • Climbing Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Molina scandens Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Baccharis adscendens Pers. [unknown]
  • Baccharis petiolata petiolata [unknown]
  • Baccharis petiolata rotundifolia Phil. [unknown]
  • Pingraea scandens (Ruiz & Pav.) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]
  • Baccharis petiolata DC. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis scandens (also called Climbing Groundsel, among many other common names) is a woody shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy areas, such as coastal dunes and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a herbal tea. It is also used as a food source for various insects and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis scandens has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis scandens is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It can also be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Baccharis scandens

Baccharis scandens is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wet areas such as swamps and marshes.

Baccharis scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis scandens?

Baccharis scandens

What is the common name of Baccharis scandens?

Broom Bursage

What is the family of Baccharis scandens?

Asteraceae

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