Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aromatica
ID:
12172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Spach

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Hist. Nat. Vég. (Spach) 10: 286 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011501

Common Names

  • Ageratina Aromatica
  • Fragrant Ageratina
  • Fragrant Snakeroot

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Description

Ageratina aromatica (also called Fragrant Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina aromatica, commonly known as fragrant snakeroot, is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina aromatica has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina aromatica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be grown in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Ageratina aromatica

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

Ageratina aromatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina aromatica?

Ageratina aromatica

What is the common name of Ageratina aromatica?

Ageratina

What is the family of Ageratina aromatica?

Asteraceae

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-111146: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.