Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenophora
ID:
23546

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 211 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022875

Common Names

  • Ageratina adenophora
  • Rattlesnake Weed
  • Weed

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium adenophorum adenophorum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium adenophorum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Ageratina trapezoidea (Kunth) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium adenophorum peruvianum Hieron. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium trapezoideum Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium pasadenense Parish [unknown]

Description

Ageratina adenophora (also called crofton weed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a rosette of basal leaves and white flower heads on long stems. It is native to North America and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina adenophora is an annual herb that is commonly used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and small white flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina adenophora has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina adenophora is a perennial plant native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division of clumps can also be done in the spring.

Where to Find Ageratina adenophora

Ageratina adenophora is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in moist, disturbed areas.

Ageratina adenophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina adenophora?

Ageratina adenophora

What is the common name of Ageratina adenophora?

White Snakeroot

What is the habitat of Ageratina adenophora?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-122109: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.