Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neriifolia
ID:
62619

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 224 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061948

Common Names

  • Neriifolia Ageratina
  • Rough Snakeroot
  • White Snakeroot

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium neriifolium B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium leucomyelum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina neriifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m in height. It is found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina neriifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina neriifolia is white and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina neriifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ageratina neriifolia

Ageratina neriifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Ageratina neriifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina neriifolia?

Ageratina neriifolia

What is the common name of Ageratina neriifolia?

Narrow-Leaved Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina neriifolia?

Woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

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-18962: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.