Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acevedoi
ID:
35858

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 88(2): 171 (-174; fig. 7) (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035187

Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Ragwort
  • White Snakeroot

Searching for Ageratina acevedoi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Ageratina acevedoi (also called Acevedo's Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody base and grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry and rocky areas, as well as in humid areas with moderate temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina acevedoi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina acevedoi has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Ageratina acevedoi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina acevedoi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, but it prefers sandy or gravelly soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ageratina acevedoi

Ageratina acevedoi is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ageratina acevedoi FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina acevedoi?

Ageratina acevedoi is native to South America, where it grows in dry, sandy soils.

What is the average height of Ageratina acevedoi?

Ageratina acevedoi typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter.

What is the average lifespan of Ageratina acevedoi?

Ageratina acevedoi typically lives for up to 5 years.

Species in the Ageratina genus

Ageratina reticulifera, Ageratina austin-smithii, Ageratina intibucensis, Ageratina chazaroana, Ageratina dorrii, Ageratina josepaneroi, Ageratina leiocarpa, Ageratina cylindrica, Ageratina jucunda, Ageratina chiriquensis, Ageratina acevedoana, Ageratina occidentalis, Ageratina zunilana, Ageratina carmonis, Ageratina astellera, Ageratina schaffneri, Ageratina nesomii, Ageratina standleyi, Ageratina vacciniaefolia, Ageratina baccharoides, Ageratina hyssopina, Ageratina guatemalensis, Ageratina robinsoniana, Ageratina sodiroi, Ageratina subcordata, Ageratina irrasa, Ageratina enixa, Ageratina sundbergii, Ageratina aromatica, Ageratina subglabra, Ageratina tristis, Ageratina jocotepecana, Ageratina diversipila, Ageratina lucida, Ageratina viejoana, Ageratina flaviseta, Ageratina grashoffii, Ageratina fleischmannioides, Ageratina macvaughii, Ageratina microcarpum, Ageratina zapalinama, Ageratina collodes, Ageratina haageana, Ageratina hidalgensis, Ageratina barclayae, Ageratina cremasta, Ageratina kupperi, Ageratina areolaris, Ageratina macbridei, Ageratina oppositifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References