Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salvadorensis
ID:
46512

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 337 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045841



Common Names

  • Salvadorensis Ageratina
  • Salvadorensis White Snakeroot
  • Salvadorensis Ageratina


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Description

Ageratina salvadorensis (also called Salvadoran ageratina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to Central America. It grows in moist, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and disturbed forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina salvadorensis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and is known for its ability to suppress weeds. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina salvadorensis is a small yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina salvadorensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring. Seeds should be sown in a shallow container and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a few inches in height. Cuttings can be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be divided every few years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Ageratina salvadorensis

Ageratina salvadorensis can be found in El Salvador, primarily in the mountains of the northern part of the country.

Ageratina salvadorensis FAQ

What type of plant is Ageratina salvadorensis?

Ageratina salvadorensis is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.

Where does Ageratina salvadorensis grow?

Ageratina salvadorensis is native to Central America and northern South America.

What is the average height of Ageratina salvadorensis?

Ageratina salvadorensis typically grows to a height of 1-2 m.

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-144325: 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.