Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lopez-mirandae
ID:
129911

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 331 (-332), fig (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129240

Common Names

  • Ageratina lopez-mirandae
  • Lopez-Miranda's Snakeroot
  • Lopez-Miranda's Ageratina

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Description

Ageratina lopez-mirandae (also called Lopez-Miranda's Mistflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has small white flowers and grows in open, dry areas such as rocky slopes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina lopez-mirandae can be used as a medicinal plant, as well as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina lopez-mirandae is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina lopez-mirandae is a perennial that grows best in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ageratina lopez-mirandae

Ageratina lopez-mirandae is native to Mexico, where it can be found in tropical deciduous forests and oak woodlands.

Ageratina lopez-mirandae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina lopez-mirandae?

Ageratina lopez-mirandae

What is the common name of Ageratina lopez-mirandae?

Lopez-mirandae

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina lopez-mirandae?

The natural habitat of Ageratina lopez-mirandae is moist, shady forests in Mexico and Guatemala

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-90180: 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.