Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
septentrionalis
ID:
25877

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Hellw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 29: 411 (1990) (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025206



Common Names

  • Northern Groundsel
  • Northern Baccaris
  • Septentrionalis Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Baccharis concava intermedia Heering [unknown]

Description

Baccharis septentrionalis (also called Northern baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis septentrionalis is used as a natural dye for fabrics, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis septentrionalis has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis septentrionalis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Baccharis septentrionalis

Baccharis septentrionalis can be found in dry, open woods and along roadsides in the southeastern United States.

Baccharis septentrionalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis septentrionalis?

Baccharis septentrionalis

Where does Baccharis septentrionalis grow?

Baccharis septentrionalis grows in the southeastern United States.

What is the habitat of Baccharis septentrionalis?

Baccharis septentrionalis grows in dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.

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-124346: Based on the initial data import
Frank H. Hellwig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Hellw.' in the authors string.