''Baccharis patagonica'' is a species in the genus ''

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'' in the family

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. It is native to southern

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and central and southern

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Description

Evergreen, small-leaved shrub with an open habit, reaching 8-10 feet high or more at maturity. The leaves, which are obovate in shape, are a dark glossy green. Their margins are usually toothed toward the tips. Flowers in May. Can be propagated via cuttings at almost any time of year.

Etymology

''Baccharis'' is an ancient

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name of dubious etymological origins. It is a cognate of βακχος (

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), and may be in reference to the ritualistic frenzies, called ''bakkheia'', which are inspired by that god. The name is ostensibly in reference to the spicy smell of the roots of plants in this genus. Gledhill, David (2008). "The Names of Plants". Cambridge University Press. (hardback), (paperback). pp 64, 292 ''Patagonica'' means 'from

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References

patagonica flora of Chile flora of Argentina flora of South America {{astereae-stub