Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
23032

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 226 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022361



Common Names

  • Rhomboidea Ageratina
  • White Snakeroot
  • White Sanicle


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium rhomboideum Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium calaminthifolium pluridentatum DC. [unknown]
  • Ageratina porriginosa (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium porriginosum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina rhomboidea (also called Rhomboid Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and white flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, rocky areas, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina rhomboidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina rhomboidea is a white disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are initially small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina rhomboidea is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ageratina rhomboidea

Ageratina rhomboidea is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Ageratina rhomboidea FAQ

What type of plant is Ageratina rhomboidea?

Ageratina rhomboidea is a type of shrub.

Where does Ageratina rhomboidea grow?

Ageratina rhomboidea grows in rocky, open areas.

What is the lifespan of Ageratina rhomboidea?

The lifespan of Ageratina rhomboidea is up to 10 years.

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-121615: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
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.