Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shastensis
ID:
92721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.W.Taylor & Stebbins) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 464 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092050



Common Names

  • Ageratina shastensis
  • Shastensis' Ageratina
  • Shastensis' Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina shastensis (also called Shasta Ageratina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a small shrub, reaching up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to the United States, and is found in the temperate and subtropical grasslands of this region.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina shastensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for animals and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina shastensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina shastensis is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ageratina shastensis

Ageratina shastensis is native to California and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Ageratina shastensis FAQ

What type of soil does Ageratina shastensis prefer?

Ageratina shastensis prefers well-drained, moist soil.

What type of climate does Ageratina shastensis prefer?

Ageratina shastensis prefers a temperate climate.

What type of light does Ageratina shastensis prefer?

Ageratina shastensis prefers partial shade.

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-48303: 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.
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.
Dean W. Taylor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Taylor' in the authors string.