Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serboana
ID:
37210

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 89(2): 194 (-195; fig. 2) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036539

Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Serboana
  • Serboana Ageratina

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Description

Ageratina serboana (also called Serbian Ageratina, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to Europe, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and forests. It has white flowers and lanceolate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina serboana is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance plant that is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ageratina serboana are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina serboana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. Division should be done in spring or autumn, with the divisions planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants will flower from summer to autumn and should be deadheaded regularly to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Ageratina serboana

Ageratina serboana is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia.

Ageratina serboana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina serboana?

Ageratina serboana

What type of plant is Ageratina serboana?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina serboana?

It is native to Central and South America

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,