Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gentryana
ID:
24515

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 16 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023844



Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • White Snakeroot
  • Gentry's Ageratina


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Description

Ageratina gentryana (also called Gentry's Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 0.3 meters in height. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina gentryana is a plant that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina gentryana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina gentryana is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ageratina gentryana

Ageratina gentryana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Ageratina gentryana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina gentryana?

Ageratina gentryana

What is the common name of Ageratina gentryana?

Gentry's Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina gentryana?

Ageratina gentryana is found in woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas in the southeastern United States.

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-123035: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.