Baccharis genistelloides - carqueja, 3ltr pot

Baccharis genistelloides, commonly known as carqueja, is a perennial evergreen shrub native to South America, part of the Asteraceae family. It is widely recognized for its unique, architectural appearance and extensive use in traditional folk medicine. 

• Appearance: The plant is distinguished by its upright, bright green, leafless stems, which have a flat, winged, and fleshy appearance and serve as the main photosynthetic organs. This gives it a sculptural, coral-like quality.
• Size: It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters in its native habitat, but often stays smaller (around 60 cm) when cultivated in cooler climates.
• Flowers: It produces small, white or creamy yellow, lightly scented flower heads from late summer into autumn, which are rich in nectar and attract pollinators.