Shortleaf Baccharis

Baccharis brachyphylla is a North American shrub that is also known as shortleaf baccharis or false willow. It is native to California and can also be found in other parts of western North America. Baccharis brachyphylla grows in washes and canyons.

Baccharis is a member of the daisy family. It has many traditional medicinal uses, including treating wounds, ulcers, fevers, gastrointestinal illnesses, and bacterial or fungal infections.