Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aracaiensis
ID:
35313

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.M.Badillo

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Ernstia , n.s., 10(1): 8 (-9; fig. 4) (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034642

Common Names

  • Aracaiensis Ageratina
  • Aracaiensis Snakeroot
  • White Mistflower

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Description

Ageratina aracaiensis (also called Aracaiense Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a shrub from the Asteraceae family. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white flower heads in the summer. It is native to the mountains of South America, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina aracaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina aracaiensis has white flowers with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and gray-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina aracaiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. When propagating from division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Ageratina aracaiensis

Ageratina aracaiensis is native to Brazil.

Ageratina aracaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina aracaiensis?

Ageratina aracaiensis

What is the common name of Ageratina aracaiensis?

Aracaiensis White Snakeroot

What is the habitat of Ageratina aracaiensis?

Ageratina aracaiensis is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

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-1335: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.