Ageratum houstonianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
houstonianum
ID:
18299
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mill.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
The Gardeners Dictionary 1768
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017628
Common Names
- Houston Ageratum
- Floss Flower
- Blue Mistflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ageratum houstonianum (also called Floss Flower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of up to 1m and has lance-shaped leaves and small, blue flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Ageratum houstonianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ageratum houstonianum is a small, white to pale blue flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ageratum houstonianum is a tender perennial that is grown as an annual in most climates. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 inches apart when they are large enough to handle. The plants can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ageratum houstonianum
Ageratum houstonianum is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in open, sunny habitats, such as meadows and grasslands.
Ageratum houstonianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ageratum houstonianum?
Ageratum houstonianum
What type of plant is Ageratum houstonianum?
Annual herb
Where is Ageratum houstonianum native to?
Central and South 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-11706: Based on the initial data import
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.