Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) D.Gage ex B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Phytologia Mem. 11(1): 19 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016558
Common Names
- Ageratina areolaris
- White Snakeroot
- White Sanicle
Synonyms
- Eupatorium cupressorum Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
- Ageratina cupressorum (Standl. & Steyerm.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
- Eupatorium tubiflorum Benth. [unknown]
- Eupatorium areolare DC. [unknown]
- Piptothrix areolaris (DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
- Eupatorium conzattii Gand. [unknown]
- Eupatorium brevisetum DC. [unknown]
- Eupatorium areolare areolare [unknown]
Description
Ageratina areolaris (also called Areolate White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and has large, spiny, grey-green leaves and large, thistle-like flower heads with pink to purple flowers. It grows in moist to dry soils in grassland and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ageratina areolaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ageratina areolaris has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ageratina areolaris is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated from seed or division. Sow seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location in spring or fall. Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart. Divide clumps in spring or fall every 3-4 years to maintain vigor. Alternatively, take root cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ageratina areolaris
Ageratina areolaris can be found in the temperate regions of North America, including parts of the United States and Canada.
Ageratina areolaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ageratina areolaris?
Ageratina areolaris
What is the common name of Ageratina areolaris?
Areolar white-snakeroot
Where is Ageratina areolaris found?
Ageratina areolaris is found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.
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
D. Gage: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Gage' in the authors string.