Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
retamoides
ID:
25969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Notas Mus. La Plata, Bot. 9, Bot. n.° 46: 253 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025298



Common Names

  • Pseudobaccharis Retamoides
  • Retamoides Pseudobaccharis
  • False Baccharis


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Description

Pseudobaccharis retamoides (also called False Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has small, white flowers. Its leaves are lanceolate in shape and its fruits are small, dark-colored berries. It is found in dry, open woods and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudobaccharis retamoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. Its leaves are used to make herbal teas, and its flowers are used to make essential oils and perfumes. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudobaccharis retamoides are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudobaccharis retamoides is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Pseudobaccharis retamoides

Pseudobaccharis retamoides is native to South America. It is typically found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.

Pseudobaccharis retamoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudobaccharis retamoides?

Pseudobaccharis retamoides

What is the family of Pseudobaccharis retamoides?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pseudobaccharis retamoides?

False Broomweed

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:211205-2: Based on the initial data import