Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deltoidea
ID:
57067

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 221 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056396

Common Names

  • White Snakeroot
  • Eupatorium deltoideum
  • Eupatorium rugosum

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Description

Ageratina deltoidea (also called White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has white flowers and toothed, lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in moist woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina deltoidea is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of natural dyes, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina deltoidea is white and daisy-like, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina deltoidea is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they germinate.

Where to Find Ageratina deltoidea

Ageratina deltoidea is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Ageratina deltoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina deltoidea?

Ageratina deltoidea

What is the family of Ageratina deltoidea?

Asteraceae

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina deltoidea?

Grasslands and meadows

What is the flowering period of Ageratina deltoidea?

Late spring to early summer

What is the distribution of Ageratina deltoidea?

Central and eastern 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-15506: 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.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.