Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 5: 415. 1836 [1-10 Oct 1836]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087625
Common Names
- Baccharis
- Silverling
- Gum Plant
Synonyms
- Baccharis helichrysoides leucopappa (DC.) Baker [unknown]
- Lanugothamnus leucopappus (DC.) Deble [unknown]
Description
Baccharis leucopappa (also called White-woolly Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and can reach up to 4 meters in height. Its leaves are small and oval-shaped, and its flowers are white and clustered. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharis leucopappa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and is believed to have medicinal properties that can help treat digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Baccharis leucopappa has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. Its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, serrated leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharis leucopappa is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Baccharis leucopappa
Baccharis leucopappa is native to Argentina and can be found in the Patagonian steppe.
Baccharis leucopappa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharis leucopappa?
Baccharis leucopappa
What is the common name of Baccharis leucopappa?
Leucopappa
What is the natural habitat of Baccharis leucopappa?
It is found in the coastal areas of South America
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,