Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
114334

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 57: 130, fig (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113663



Common Names

  • Gypsum Snakeroot
  • Gypsum Ageratina
  • White Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina gypsophila (also called 'Gypsum snakeroot', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a woody stem and produces small white flowers. It grows in sunny areas and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina gypsophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina gypsophila has white flowers with a single row of white petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina gypsophila is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Divide the clumps every two to three years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Ageratina gypsophila

Ageratina gypsophila can be found in the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Ageratina gypsophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina gypsophila?

Ageratina gypsophila

What are the common names of Ageratina gypsophila?

Common names of Ageratina gypsophila include Gypsum Ageratina and Gypsum Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina gypsophila?

Ageratina gypsophila is native to the mountains of Mexico

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-7476: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.