Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudotenuifolia
ID:
131678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Geobiol. La Salle Canoas 2: 46. 1952

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131007

Common Names

  • False Broom
  • False Broom-sage
  • Baccharis pseudotenuifolia

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Synonyms

  • Baccharis tenuifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Baccharis pseudotenuifolia pseudotenuifolia [unknown]
  • Baccharis rufescens tenuifolia (DC.) Baker [deprecated]

Description

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia (also called False Baccharis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America and grows in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a salad green. It has also been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis pseudotenuifolia is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Baccharis pseudotenuifolia

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia can be found in the dry forests of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis pseudotenuifolia?

Baccharis pseudotenuifolia

What is the common name of Baccharis pseudotenuifolia?

False Baccharis

What type of plant is Baccharis pseudotenuifolia?

Asteraceae

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,