Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpum
ID:
53584

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Oersted) Hemsley

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent. Amer. Bot.2: 82. 1881.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052913



Common Names

  • Ageratum
  • Microcarpum
  • Ageratum Microcarpum


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Synonyms

  • Caelestina microcarpa Benth. [unknown]
  • Piqueria coelestina (Regel) Hieron. [unknown]
  • Ageratum meridanum V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Alomia microcarpa torresii Standl. [unknown]
  • Caelestina microcarpa Benth. ex Oersted [deprecated]
  • Alomia microcarpa B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Alomia microcarpa microcarpa [unknown]

Description

Ageratum microcarpum (also called small-fruited ageratum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has white flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum microcarpum is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratum microcarpum is blue and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum microcarpum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Ageratum microcarpum

Ageratum microcarpum is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Ageratum microcarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum microcarpum?

Ageratum microcarpum

What is the common name of Ageratum microcarpum?

Small-fruited ageratum

Where is Ageratum microcarpum found?

Ageratum microcarpum is found in 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:175521-1: Based on the initial data import