Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandersii
ID:
135518

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 23, fig (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134847



Common Names

  • Ageratina sandersii
  • Sanders' Mistflower
  • Sanders Mistflower


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Description

Ageratina sandersii (also called Sanders' ageratum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry and wet forests, and can be found in elevations up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina sandersii is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory infections, digestive issues, and skin conditions. It is also used as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina sandersii has white flowers with a diameter of 2-4 mm. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina sandersii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Ageratina sandersii

Ageratina sandersii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woods, and rocky places.

Ageratina sandersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina sandersii?

Ageratina sandersii

What is the common name of Ageratina sandersii?

Ageratina

What is the family of Ageratina sandersii?

Asteraceae

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-95617: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.