Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
44392

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 214 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043721



Common Names

  • Ageratina gracilis
  • Slender Snakeroot
  • Graceful Ageratina


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Synonyms

  • Ageratina gracilis gracilis [unknown]
  • Eupatorium gracile gracile [unknown]
  • Eupatorium epilobioides Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium gracile epilobioides B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium caducisetum DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium gracile Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium gracile typicum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina gracilis (also called Slender Snakeroot, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that can reach up to 1m tall. It is native to North America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina gracilis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina gracilis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Ageratina gracilis

Ageratina gracilis is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Ageratina gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina gracilis?

Ageratina gracilis

What is the common name of Ageratina gracilis?

Slender Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina gracilis?

It is native to Central America

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-142291: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
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.