Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usterii
ID:
125890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heering in A.Usteri

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Fl. Umgebung Sao Paulo 260. 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125219

Common Names

  • Uster's Baccharis
  • Uster's Groundsel
  • Uster's False Willow

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Synonyms

  • Baccharis usterii usterii [unknown]

Description

Baccharis usterii (also called Uster's Baccharis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharis usterii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharis usterii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharis usterii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. Divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions. To propagate by seed, sow the seed in spring and keep the soil moist. The seedlings will emerge in a few weeks.

Where to Find Baccharis usterii

Baccharis usterii is native to Chile and is found in the central and southern parts of the country.

Baccharis usterii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharis usterii?

Baccharis usterii

What type of plant is Baccharis usterii?

Baccharis usterii is an evergreen shrub.

Where is Baccharis usterii found?

Baccharis usterii is found in Chile.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-86301: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Heering (1876-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heering' in the authors string.
Alfred Usteri (1869-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Usteri' in the authors string.