Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rothrockii
ID:
20241

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 216 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019570



Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Rothrockii
  • Rothrock's Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina rothrockii (also called Rothrock's Sneezeweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has green foliage and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist soils and is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina rothrockii is a plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina rothrockii is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centres. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina rothrockii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate drought. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be cold-stratified for several weeks before planting. Division is the best method for propagating this species.

Where to Find Ageratina rothrockii

Ageratina rothrockii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Zacatecas.

Ageratina rothrockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina rothrockii?

Ageratina rothrockii

What type of plant is Ageratina rothrockii?

Ageratina rothrockii is a flowering plant.

Where does Ageratina rothrockii grow?

Ageratina rothrockii grows in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

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-118923: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' 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.