Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taltalensis
ID:
76152

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 85: 125 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075481



Common Names

  • Taltal Baccharis
  • Taltal Groundsel
  • Taltal Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Neomolina taltalensis (I.M.Johnst.) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis taltalensis (also called Taltal Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Chile. It has a woody stem and grows up to 3 m tall. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white and tubular. It grows in montane and subalpine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis taltalensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis taltalensis has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black with a tuft of white hairs attached. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis taltalensis is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Place the cuttings in a bright, warm location and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks. Plant the rooted cuttings in the garden in early fall and water regularly during dry periods.

Where to Find Baccharis taltalensis

Baccharis taltalensis is native to Chile and can be found in coastal areas, open grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Baccharis taltalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis taltalensis?

Baccharis taltalensis

What type of plant is Baccharis taltalensis?

Perennial herb

Where is Baccharis taltalensis native to?

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-32164: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.