Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conferta
ID:
4717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(14): 43 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004046

Common Names

  • Baccharis conferta
  • Desert Baccharis
  • Chaparral Broom

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Synonyms

  • Baccharis orizabaensis Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Baccharis xalapensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Baccharis orizabaensis Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [deprecated]
  • Baccharis resinosa resinosa [unknown]
  • Baccharis resinosa Kunth [unknown]

Description

Baccharis conferta (also called Bush Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to California. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis conferta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis conferta is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis conferta is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Baccharis conferta

Baccharis conferta is native to South America and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Baccharis conferta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis conferta?

Baccharis conferta

What is the common name of Baccharis conferta?

San Diego Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis conferta?

Baccharis conferta is found in coastal sage scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.

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