Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mutiscuensis
ID:
71342

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 94 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070671



Common Names

  • Ageratina mutiscuensis
  • Mutiscuensis Snakeroot
  • Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina mutiscuensis (also called Mutis snakeroot, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caribbean. It grows to a height of up to 2 feet and has white flowers. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina mutiscuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower which is often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina mutiscuensis has white flowers with yellow centers and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina mutiscuensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.

Where to Find Ageratina mutiscuensis

Ageratina mutiscuensis is native to Brazil and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Ageratina mutiscuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina mutiscuensis?

Ageratina mutiscuensis

What is the common name of Ageratina mutiscuensis?

Mountain snakeroot

What is the habitat of Ageratina mutiscuensis?

It is found in moist, shady woods, ravines, and stream banks

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-27471: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.