Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blepharilepis
ID:
122659

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 219 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121988



Common Names

  • Ageratina blepharilepis
  • Eyelash Ageratina
  • Eyelash Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina blepharilepis (also called Mexican ageratum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers sunny habitats and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina blepharilepis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina blepharilepis is white and has a small, tubular shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina blepharilepis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best propagated in spring or early summer, when the soil is warm and moist. Seeds should be sown in a seed bed and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Ageratina blepharilepis

Ageratina blepharilepis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky, or sandy areas.

Ageratina blepharilepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina blepharilepis?

Ageratina blepharilepis

What is the common name of Ageratina blepharilepis?

Eyelash Ageratina

What is the family of Ageratina blepharilepis?

Asteraceae

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-83183: 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.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.