Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chortianum
ID:
2657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 98 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001986



Common Names

  • Ageratum chortianum
  • Chortian Ageratum
  • Garden Ageratum


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Description

Ageratum chortianum (also called Garden Ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It has small, blue flowers with white centers. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum chortianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratum chortianum is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are hairy and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum chortianum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ageratum chortianum

Ageratum chortianum is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Ageratum chortianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum chortianum?

Ageratum chortianum

What is the common name of Ageratum chortianum?

Chortian Ageratum

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum chortianum?

Ageratum chortianum is native to India and is found in moist, shady areas.

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-101914: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.