Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conyzoides
ID:
15609

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 839 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014938



Common Names

  • Ageratum Conyzoides
  • Bluebill
  • Billygoat Weed


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Description

Ageratum conyzoides (also called blueweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central and South America and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum conyzoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratum conyzoides is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum conyzoides is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive blue flowers.

Where to Find Ageratum conyzoides

Ageratum conyzoides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, from Mexico to South America, at altitudes of 0-1,000 m.

Ageratum conyzoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum conyzoides?

Ageratum conyzoides

What is the common name of Ageratum conyzoides?

Billygoat weed

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum conyzoides?

It is native to tropical regions of the Americas.

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,