Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torricoi
ID:
56543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Joch.Müll.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 76: 228 (-232; figs. 88-89) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055872



Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Torricoi
  • Silverling


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Description

Baccharis torricoi (also called Torrico's baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to a height of 1-3 m and has a woody stem. The leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. The flowers are white and the fruits are achenes. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, growing in dry and moist deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis torricoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin and respiratory diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis torricoi has small, white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and oval. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis torricoi is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Baccharis torricoi

Baccharis torricoi is native to the Andes mountains of South America. It can be found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Baccharis torricoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis torricoi?

Baccharis torricoi

What are the common names of Baccharis torricoi?

Torrico's Baccharis, Torrico's Groundsel

What type of plant is Baccharis torricoi?

It is an annual herb.

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-154519: Based on the initial data import
Jochen Müller (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joch.Müll.' in the authors string.