Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huehueteca
ID:
26507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 61 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025836



Common Names

  • Ageratina huehueteca
  • Huehueteca White Snakeroot
  • Huehueteca Mistflower


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Description

Ageratina huehueteca (also called Huehuetecan snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in dry, open areas, often in rocky or sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina huehueteca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It is also used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina huehueteca is a white daisy-like flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina huehueteca is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Ageratina huehueteca

Ageratina huehueteca is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Ageratina huehueteca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina huehueteca?

Ageratina huehueteca

What is the common name of Ageratina huehueteca?

Huehuetecan Snakeroot

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina huehueteca?

It is found in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala

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-124962: 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.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.