Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pelotropha
ID:
128226

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 224 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127555



Common Names

  • Ageratina pelotropha
  • Pelotropha Snakeroot
  • Pelotropha Snakeroot Plant


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Description

Ageratina pelotropha (also called Pelotropha Ageratina, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a prostrate growth habit and its leaves are small and lanceolate. It is found in wet, marshy soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina pelotropha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in rock gardens or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina pelotropha is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina pelotropha is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Ageratina pelotropha

Ageratina pelotropha is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Ageratina pelotropha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina pelotropha?

Ageratina pelotropha

What is the common name of Ageratina pelotropha?

Pelotropha

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina pelotropha?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, mainly in the Americas

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-88552: 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.