Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wagenitzii
ID:
128142

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.H.Hellw.) Joch.Müll.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 76: 306 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127471

Common Names

  • Baccharis wagenitzii
  • Wagenitz's Baccharis
  • Wagenitz's Groundsel

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Synonyms

  • Heterothalamus wagenitzii F.H.Hellw. [unknown]
  • Heterothalamus glomeratus G.M.Barroso [unknown]
  • Heterothalamulopsis wagenitzii (F.H.Hellw.) Deble, A.S.Oliveira & Marchiori [unknown]

Description

Baccharis wagenitzii (also called Wagenitz's baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis wagenitzii is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis wagenitzii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis wagenitzii is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil.

Where to Find Baccharis wagenitzii

Baccharis wagenitzii can be found in the Chilean regions of Coquimbo and Valparaíso.

Baccharis wagenitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis wagenitzii?

Baccharis wagenitzii

What is the common name of Baccharis wagenitzii?

Wagenitz's Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis wagenitzii?

Dry woodlands and chaparral

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

Frank H. Hellwig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Hellw.' in the authors string.
Jochen Müller (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joch.Müll.' in the authors string.