Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jucunda
ID:
4670

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Clewell & Wooten

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 23: 142 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003999

Common Names

  • Jucunda Ageratina
  • Mexican Ageratina
  • Rattlesnake Weed

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Description

Ageratina jucunda (also called Jucund Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a woody stem, with grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina jucunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina jucunda is a bright yellow, star-shaped bloom with a central disc. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina jucunda is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of light frosts.

Where to Find Ageratina jucunda

Ageratina jucunda can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Ageratina jucunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina jucunda?

Ageratina jucunda

What is the common name of Ageratina jucunda?

No common name

What is the family of Ageratina jucunda?

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-103856: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Andre Francis Clewell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clewell' in the authors string.
Jean Wilson Wooten: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wooten' in the authors string.