Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mairetiana
ID:
32435

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 224 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031764



Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Mairetiana
  • Maire's Mistflower


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium rafaelense J.M.Coult. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium cognatum Kunth & C.D.Bouché [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mairetianum mairetianum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium rafaelense Coulter [unknown]
  • Ageratina rafaelensis (J.M.Coult.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mairetianum mairetianum [unknown]
  • Ageratina mairetiana mairetiana [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mairetianum adenopodum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mairetianum DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium glandulosum Hort.Berol. ex Kunth [unknown]

Description

Ageratina mairetiana (also called Maire's ageratina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean islands and is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations between 0 and 1,000 meters. It has small, white flowers and oval, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina mairetiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, cold, and cough.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ageratina mairetiana var. elucens (McVaugh) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina mairetiana has small white flowers with yellow centers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina mairetiana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Ageratina mairetiana

Ageratina mairetiana is native to Mexico and is found in dry forests and grasslands. It can be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Ageratina mairetiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina mairetiana?

Ageratina mairetiana

What is the common name of Ageratina mairetiana?

Maire's Ageratina

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina mairetiana?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-130712: 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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.