Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
42748

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 87 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042077



Common Names

  • Costa Rican Ageratina
  • White Snakeroot
  • Costa Rican Mistflower


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Description

Ageratina costaricensis (also called Costa Rican ageratina, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas at elevations of 0-2,000 m. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate drought and poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-diabetic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina costaricensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina costaricensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ageratina costaricensis

Ageratina costaricensis is found in Costa Rica and Panama.

Ageratina costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina costaricensis?

Ageratina costaricensis

What is the common name of Ageratina costaricensis?

Costa Rican ageratum

What type of plant is Ageratina costaricensis?

Perennial herb

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-140693: 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.