Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salzmannii
ID:
115620

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 409 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114949

Common Names

  • Salzmann's Baccharis
  • Silverling
  • Saltbush

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Synonyms

  • Baccharis halimimorpha DC. [unknown]

Description

Baccharis salzmannii (also called Salzmann's baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America, typically found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis salzmannii is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baccharis salzmannii is a white or yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves and a single central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis salzmannii is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings, layering or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced about 1 m apart and will reach a height of up to 2 m.

Where to Find Baccharis salzmannii

Baccharis salzmannii can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Baccharis salzmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis salzmannii?

Baccharis salzmannii

What is the family of Baccharis salzmannii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Baccharis salzmannii?

Salzmann's Groundsel

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