Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
solana
ID:
57590

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 90(3): 361 (-362; fig. 4) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056919



Common Names

  • Ageratina
  • Solana
  • Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina solana (also called Mexican White Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina solana is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina solana has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 1 centimeter. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina solana is a perennial herb that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It is native to Mexico and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ageratina solana

Ageratina solana is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Ageratina solana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina solana?

Ageratina solana

What type of plant is Ageratina solana?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina solana?

It is native to Mexico

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-155592: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.