Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baccharoides
ID:
22862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thomson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 9: 343 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022191

Common Names

  • Catamixis baccharoides
  • Baccharis confertifolia
  • Echinops kasakorum

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Synonyms

  • Baccharis oligantha DC. ex Thomson [unknown]
  • Baccharis oligantha Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [unknown]

Description

Catamixis baccharoides (also called Baccharoides Catamixis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, branched stem. It is native to western North America and grows in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Catamixis baccharoides has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catamixis baccharoides is a white to pinkish thistle-like flower head with a ring of spiny bracts. The seed is a small, black, flattened achene. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with a single, long, thin stem and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catamixis baccharoides is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant can also be propagated from seed, though this is not recommended.

Where to Find Catamixis baccharoides

Catamixis baccharoides can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Catamixis baccharoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catamixis baccharoides?

Catamixis baccharoides

What is the common name of Catamixis baccharoides?

Baccharoides Catamixis

What is the habitat of Catamixis baccharoides?

Grassy areas and open woodlands

Species in the Catamixis genus

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-121455: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.