Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
79408

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Phytologia Mem. 11: 38 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078737



Common Names

  • Ageratina palmeri
  • Palmeri Ageratina
  • Ageratina


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Synonyms

  • Piptothrix palmeri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Piptothrix pubens A.Gray [unknown]
  • Piptothrix sinaloae S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Ageratina palmeri (also called Palmer's snakeroot, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Puebla.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina palmeri is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an insect repellent and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina palmeri has small white flowers that are clustered together in a dense head. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina palmeri is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Ageratina palmeri

Ageratina palmeri is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts, grasslands, and woodlands.

Ageratina palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina palmeri?

Ageratina palmeri

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina palmeri?

Ageratina palmeri is native to the southwestern United States.

What is the common name of Ageratina palmeri?

Ageratina palmeri is commonly known as Palmer's snakeroot.

What is the growth habit of Ageratina palmeri?

Ageratina palmeri is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 3 feet tall.

What is the bloom time of Ageratina palmeri?

Ageratina palmeri blooms in late summer to early fall.

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-3533: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.