Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sousae
ID:
35132

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 23 (-24) (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034461



Common Names

  • Ageratina Sousae
  • Sousae Snakeroot
  • Sousae White Snakeroot


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Description

Ageratina sousae (also called Sousa's snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina sousae is used as a natural insect repellent and can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina sousae has small, yellow flowers clustered in flat-topped inflorescences. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina sousae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in early spring and late summer. Deadheading the flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Ageratina sousae

Ageratina sousae is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist forests and along roadsides.

Ageratina sousae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina sousae?

Ageratina sousae

What is the common name of Ageratina sousae?

Sousa's ageratina

What is the natural habitat of Ageratina sousae?

Ageratina sousae is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-133318: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.