Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arbutifolia
ID:
137311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 219 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136640



Common Names

  • Arbutifolia Ageratina
  • Raspberry Ageratina
  • Raspberry Snakeroot


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium arbutifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium arbutifolium arbutifolium [unknown]

Description

Ageratina arbutifolia (also called Redstem Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with serrated margins. Its flower heads are white and have a single row of ray florets. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina arbutifolia is a wildflower that is used in gardens for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, inflammation, and skin problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source for bees and other insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina arbutifolia has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5-10 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina arbutifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is relatively easy to cultivate and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Ageratina arbutifolia

Ageratina arbutifolia is native to the southeastern United States.

Ageratina arbutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina arbutifolia?

Ageratina arbutifolia

What is the common name of Ageratina arbutifolia?

Arbutus Ageratina

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina arbutifolia?

Grassland and scrubland

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-97347: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
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.