Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversipila
ID:
13773

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 89 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013102

Common Names

  • Ageratina Diversipila
  • Diverse-leaved Ageratina
  • Diverse-leaf Ageratina

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Description

Ageratina diversipila (also called Variable Ageratina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m in height. It has small, oval leaves and is native to the tropical regions of South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina diversipila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina diversipila has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina diversipila is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ageratina diversipila

Ageratina diversipila can be found in the Andes, from Colombia to Bolivia, at altitudes of 2,000–3,500 m.

Ageratina diversipila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina diversipila?

Ageratina diversipila

What is the common name of Ageratina diversipila?

Diverse-leaved Ageratina

What is the habitat of Ageratina diversipila?

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-112680: Based on the initial data import
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.