Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glechonophylla
ID:
84023

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 214 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083352



Common Names

  • Ageratina glechonophylla
  • Glechonophylla Ageratina
  • Glechonophylla Ageratina Plant


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium azangaroense Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bartlingianum Steud. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium azangaroense Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium remyanum Phil. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium australe Bartl. [unknown]
  • Kyrstenia glechonophylla Greene [unknown]
  • Eupatorium remyanum Philippi [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bartlingianum steudel [deprecated]
  • Eupatorium chilense Bertero [unknown]
  • Eupatorium gracile D.Don ex Hook. & Arn. [illegitimate]
  • Ageratina remyana (Phil.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Ageratina azangaroensis (Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium glechonophyllum Less. [unknown]
  • Ageratum conspicuum hort. ex K.Koch & Fintelm. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium inconspicuum Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina glechonophylla (also called White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open habitats and has small, linear leaves with a papery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina glechonophylla is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina glechonophylla is a small, white-pink disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina glechonophylla is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Ageratina glechonophylla

Ageratina glechonophylla is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Veracruz, and Puebla.

Ageratina glechonophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina glechonophylla?

Ageratina glechonophylla

What is the common name of Ageratina glechonophylla?

Glechon-leaved Snakeroot

What is the habitat of Ageratina glechonophylla?

It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

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-39838: 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.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.