Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boekei
ID:
96784

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 39, fig (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096113



Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Boeke's Eupatorium
  • Boeke's Mistflower


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Description

Ageratina boekei (also called Boeke's Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina boekei is an edible plant that can be used to make salads, teas, and soups. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems, fever, and urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina boekei is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina boekei is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Ageratina boekei

Ageratina boekei is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ageratina boekei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina boekei?

Ageratina boekei

What is the common name of Ageratina boekei?

Boeke's Eupatorium

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina boekei?

Boeke's Eupatorium is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

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-52264: 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.