Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triangulata
ID:
129989

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alamán ex DC.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64(1): 24 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129318



Common Names

  • Ageratina triangulata
  • White snakeroot
  • White sanicle


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Description

Ageratina triangulata (also called Triangle-leaf White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It grows in meadows, pastures and rocky slopes, and has white, daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina triangulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina triangulata has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina triangulata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this can be difficult as the seeds need to be stratified before they will germinate.

Where to Find Ageratina triangulata

Ageratina triangulata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Ageratina triangulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina triangulata?

Ageratina triangulata

What type of plant is Ageratina triangulata?

Ageratina triangulata is a perennial herb.

Where is Ageratina triangulata found?

Ageratina triangulata is found in Mexico, Central America, 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-90255: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
Lucas Alamán (1792-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alamán' in the authors string.