Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
78015

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 71: 311 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077344



Common Names

  • Bearberry Ageratina
  • Ilex-leaved Ageratina
  • Holly-leaved Ageratina


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Description

Ageratina ilicifolia (also called Holly-Leaf Ageratina, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and holly-like leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina ilicifolia is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black achene. The seedling is a small rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina ilicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Ageratina ilicifolia

Ageratina ilicifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies, fields, and roadsides.

Ageratina ilicifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina ilicifolia?

Ageratina ilicifolia is native to the southeastern United States, where it grows in moist, open woods and meadows.

What is the optimal soil type for Ageratina ilicifolia?

Ageratina ilicifolia prefers moist, well-drained soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.

How much sunlight does Ageratina ilicifolia need?

Ageratina ilicifolia 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-33974: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.