Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arborea
ID:
21510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4: 13 [f.] (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020839

Common Names

  • Arborea barnadesia
  • Tree barnadesia
  • Tree thistle

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Description

Barnadesia arborea (also called 'Tree Barnadesia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has alternate, compound leaves with white flowers. It is found in high-altitude forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Barnadesia arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Barnadesia arborea is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small and black, with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are green and have a lanceolate shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barnadesia arborea is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Barnadesia arborea

Barnadesia arborea is native to Argentina and Uruguay.

Barnadesia arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barnadesia arborea?

Barnadesia arborea

What is the common name of Barnadesia arborea?

Tree Barnadesia

What type of plant is Barnadesia arborea?

Tree

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,

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