Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ballotaefolium
ID:
53422

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 24: 113 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052751



Common Names

  • Ageratum Ballotaefolium
  • Ballotaefolium Ageratum
  • Ballotaefolium Flossflower


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Description

Ageratum ballotaefolium (also called Ballota-Leaf Ageratum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the sunflower family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum ballotaefolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratum ballotaefolium has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped, toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum ballotaefolium is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases.

Where to Find Ageratum ballotaefolium

Ageratum ballotaefolium is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Ageratum ballotaefolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum ballotaefolium?

Ageratum ballotaefolium

What is the common name of Ageratum ballotaefolium?

Ballotaefolium Ageratum

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum ballotaefolium?

It is native to Mexico and Central America

Species in the Ageratum genus

Ageratum chortianum, Ageratum petiolatum, Ageratum guatemalense, Ageratum candidum, Ageratum solisii, Ageratum chiriquense, Ageratum microcephalum, Ageratum conyzoides, Ageratum hondurense, Ageratum houstonianum, Ageratum gaumeri, Ageratum platypodum, Ageratum fastigiatum, Ageratum paleaceum, Ageratum tehuacanum, Ageratum riparium, Ageratum salvanaturae, Ageratum rugosum, Ageratum anisochroma, Ageratum munaense, Ageratum elassocarpum, Ageratum corymbosum, Ageratum albidum, Ageratum littorale, Ageratum microcephalum, Ageratum ballotaefolium, Ageratum microcarpum, Ageratum altissima, Ageratum tomentosum, Ageratum rugosum, Ageratum corymbosum, Ageratum paleaceum, Ageratum peckii, Ageratum echioides, Ageratum molinae, Ageratum microcarpum, Ageratum iltisii, Ageratum platylepis, Ageratum maritimum, Ageratum tomentosum, Ageratum conyzoides, Ageratum littorale, Ageratum lundellii, Ageratum ellipticum, Ageratum ballotifolium, Ageratum standleyi, Ageratum oerstedii, Ageratum cordatum, Ageratum lavenia, Ageratum myriadenium,

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-151316: 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.
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.