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Baccharis

noun
Bac·​cha·​ris | \ ˈbakərə̇s\

Definition of Baccharis

: a genus of smooth and resinous or glutinous shrubs (family Compositae) having whitish or yellow flower heads in pyramidal panicles

First Known Use of Baccharis

1713, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Baccharis

New Latin, from Latin baccar, bacchar, a plant having a fragrant root, from Greek bakcharis sowbread

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