Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alboffii
ID:
73584

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Hellw.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 29: 369 (1990), contrary to A (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072913

Common Names

  • Baccharis alboffii
  • White Baccharis
  • White Plume

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Description

Baccharis alboffii (also called white baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 m in height. The leaves are needle-like and have a grayish-green color. The flowers are yellow and have dark centers. It grows in dry, open, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis alboffii is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as a hedge or border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis alboffii is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are dark green and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis alboffii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize every few months for best results.

Where to Find Baccharis alboffii

Baccharis alboffii can be found in Brazil.

Baccharis alboffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis alboffii?

Baccharis alboffii

What is the common name of Baccharis alboffii?

White-flowered baccharis

Where is Baccharis alboffii found?

It is found in the dry forests of Mexico

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-29655: Based on the initial data import
Frank H. Hellwig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Hellw.' in the authors string.