Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
havanensis
ID:
88221

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 222 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087550



Common Names

  • Havana Eupatorium
  • Havana Boneset
  • Havana White Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina havanensis (also called Havana Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It has white flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm and a long, slender stem. It is native to Cuba and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, roadsides and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina havanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina havanensis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina havanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ageratina havanensis

Ageratina havanensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.

Ageratina havanensis FAQ

What type of soil does Ageratina havanensis prefer?

Ageratina havanensis prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Ageratina havanensis?

Ageratina havanensis prefers temperatures between 50-75°F (10-24°C).

How much sunlight does Ageratina havanensis need?

Ageratina havanensis prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-43908: 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.