Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psammophila
ID:
2015

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 12(2): 70, pl. 4, fig. dextra (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001344

Common Names

  • Psammophila Baccharis
  • Psammophila's Baccharis
  • Psammophila's Daisy

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Description

Baccharis psammophila (also called 'Sand Baccharis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are covered with white hairs. It is found in dry grasslands, and on rocky slopes and outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis psammophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for some species of flies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis psammophila is a small white disc floret, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.2 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis psammophila is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is drought tolerant and prefers sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Baccharis psammophila

Baccharis psammophila is native to South America and can be found in sandy soils and coastal areas.

Baccharis psammophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis psammophila?

Baccharis psammophila

What is the common name of Baccharis psammophila?

Beach Baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis psammophila?

Beaches of the Caribbean

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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