Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 30 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122613
Common Names
- Tola Baccharis
- Tola Groundsel
- Tola Ragwort
Description
Baccharis tola (also called tola baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in sunny locations and is often found in meadows, prairies and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis tola is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and as a medicinal herb.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Baccharis tola sub. altiplanicolia F.H.Hellw.
Baccharis tola sub. tola
Baccharis tola sub. fimbriata Joch.Müll.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharis tola has white flowers with a central disc of yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis tola is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Baccharis tola
Baccharis tola is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Baccharis tola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis tola?
Baccharis tola
What is the common name of Baccharis tola?
Tola Baccharis
What is the natural habitat of Baccharis tola?
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,