Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
122508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. Occid. iii. 1339. (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121837



Common Names

  • Scoparia Baccharis
  • Baccharis Scoparia
  • Scoparia's Baccharis


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Synonyms

  • Sergilus scoparius Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Molina scoparia Less. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma scoparia L. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis scoparia (also called broom baccharis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, sandy soils in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis scoparia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis scoparia has small, white flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis scoparia is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soil types. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently to avoid root rot.

Where to Find Baccharis scoparia

Baccharis scoparia is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.

Baccharis scoparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis scoparia?

Baccharis scoparia

What is the common name of Baccharis scoparia?

Broom Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis scoparia?

Grassy and rocky slopes

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-8304: Based on the initial data import
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.