Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
choricephaloides
ID:
94528

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 213 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093857



Common Names

  • Choricephaloides Ageratina
  • Ragweed Mistflower
  • White Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina choricephaloides (also called White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as in prairies and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina choricephaloides is used as an ornamental plant and is known to attract birds and butterflies. It is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina choricephaloides has small white flowers with yellow centers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and brown and are contained in a small, papery achene. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina choricephaloides is a perennial herb that is propagated through seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Ageratina choricephaloides

Ageratina choricephaloides is native to Mexico and Central America.

Ageratina choricephaloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina choricephaloides?

Ageratina choricephaloides

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina choricephaloides?

Ageratina choricephaloides is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering period of Ageratina choricephaloides?

Ageratina choricephaloides typically flowers from April to June.

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-50068: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.