Brickellia desertorum, commonly known as desert brickellbush, is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family. Native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, this plant thrives in arid regions, including deserts, rocky slopes, and canyons.
Typically, Brickellia desertorum grows up to 3 feet tall with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. It features narrow, gray-green leaves covered with small hairs. The flowers, small and yellowish-green, are clustered at the ends of the branches.
This plant is significant for wildlife, providing food for various insects such as bees and butterflies. Additionally, Brickellia desertorum has medicinal properties and has been traditionally used by Native Americans to treat ailments like fever, coughs, colds, and stomach problems.
Overall, Brickellia desertorum is an attractive shrub that enhances the beauty of arid landscapes while supporting ecological diversity and offering medicinal benefits for human use.
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Brickellia
- Family
- Asteraceae
Other names.
