Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
14947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014276

Common Names

  • Alpine Baccharis
  • Alpine Groundsel
  • Alpine Willow

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Description

Baccharis alpina (also called Alpine Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis alpina is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis alpina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Baccharis alpina

Baccharis alpina is native to the temperate regions of North and South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Baccharis alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis alpina?

Baccharis alpina

What is the common name of Baccharis alpina?

Alpine Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis alpina?

Dry and disturbed areas

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,

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