Ageratina riskindii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riskindii
ID:
35443
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 431, fig (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034772
Common Names
- Ageratina riskindii
- Riskindii Ageratina
- Ageratina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ageratina riskindii (also called Riskind's Ageratina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oblong leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ageratina riskindii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ageratina riskindii are small, white, and clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black, and oblong with a small tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ageratina riskindii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ageratina riskindii
Ageratina riskindii is native to Central America and can be found in the wild in Costa Rica and Panama.
Ageratina riskindii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ageratina riskindii?
Ageratina riskindii
Where does Ageratina riskindii grow?
Ageratina riskindii is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
What is the common name of Ageratina riskindii?
Ageratina riskindii is commonly known as Riskind's Ageratina.
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-133629: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.