Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thesioides
ID:
12309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(14): 48 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011638

Common Names

  • Baccharis
  • Thesioides
  • Thesioides Tarweed

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Synonyms

  • Neomolina thesioides (Kunth) F.H.Hellw. [unknown]
  • Baccharis alamosana S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Baccharis thesioides (also called Mexican Baccharis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis thesioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis thesioides has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis thesioides is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Baccharis thesioides

Baccharis thesioides is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, Guerrero, and Veracruz.

Baccharis thesioides FAQ

What are the common names of Baccharis thesioides?

Common names of Baccharis thesioides include False Pigeonwings and Mexican baccharis

What is the natural habitat of Baccharis thesioides?

Baccharis thesioides is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Baccharis thesioides?

Baccharis thesioides is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

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