Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ageratum
ID:
29437

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 897 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028766



Common Names

  • Achillea Ageratum
  • Yarrow
  • Common Yarrow


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Synonyms

  • Santolina ageratum Baill. [unknown]
  • Conforata ageratum Fourr. [unknown]
  • Achillea viscosa Lam. [unknown]

Description

Achillea ageratum (also called Yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea ageratum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achillea ageratum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea ageratum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained medium. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm place until they have established.

Where to Find Achillea ageratum

Achillea ageratum is native to Europe and can be found in the temperate regions of France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Achillea ageratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achillea ageratum?

Achillea ageratum

What is the common name of Achillea ageratum?

Ageratum Yarrow

What type of plant is Achillea ageratum?

Perennial herb

Species in the Achillea genus

Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri, Achillea stojanoffii, Achillea setacea, Achillea graja, Achillea wagneri, Achillea schneideri, Achillea schmakovii, Achillea phrygia, Achillea claudio-politana, Achillea griseo-virens, Achillea gypsicola, Achillea umbellata, Achillea cretica, Achillea ruscinonensis, Achillea reichardtiana, Achillea formosa, Achillea chrysocoma, Achillea milliana, Achillea kerneri, Achillea jaborneggi, Achillea rupestris, Achillea spinulifolia, Achillea ketenoglui, Achillea thracica, Achillea barthiana, Achillea sipikorensis, Achillea subtaurica, Achillea occulta, Achillea chamaemelifolia, Achillea valesiaca, Achillea pachycephala, Achillea vandasii, Achillea ageratum, Achillea getica, Achillea santolinoides, Achillea maura, Achillea acuminata, Achillea oligocephala, Achillea kotschyi, Achillea pseudodorata, Achillea baldaccii,

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