Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulans
ID:
45193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 226 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044522



Common Names

  • Simulans
  • Simulans Snakeroot
  • Simulans Ageratina


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium simulans B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina simulans (also called False snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina simulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina simulans is white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina simulans is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Ageratina simulans

Ageratina simulans can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Ageratina simulans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina simulans?

Ageratina simulans

What is the common name of Ageratina simulans?

Simulans

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina simulans?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-143066: 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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.