Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oerstedii
ID:
132109

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 472 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131438



Common Names

  • Bluebill
  • Blue Ageratum
  • Mexican Ageratum


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Synonyms

  • Ageratum latifolium Hemsl. [illegitimate]
  • Caelestina latifolia (Cav.) Benth. ex Oerst. [unknown]
  • Caelestina latifolia Benth. ex Oersted [unknown]
  • Caelestina latifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Ageratum oliveri R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Carelia latifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ageratum oerstedii (also called Oersted's Ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum oerstedii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratum oerstedii has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum oerstedii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Ageratum oerstedii

Ageratum oerstedii is native to Central America and South America.

Ageratum oerstedii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum oerstedii?

Ageratum oerstedii

What is the common name of Ageratum oerstedii?

Oersted's Ageratum

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum oerstedii?

Mountain forests and meadows

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