Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paleaceum
ID:
25429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gay ex DC.) Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
83 1881

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024758



Common Names

  • Ageratum
  • Paleaceum
  • Pale Ageratum


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Description

Ageratum paleaceum (also called pale ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Central America and is found in grasslands and meadows. It has white flowers and deeply lobed, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum paleaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratum paleaceum is yellow in color and has a unique star-shaped pattern. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum paleaceum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in early spring and kept moist until germination. The plants can also be divided in early spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ageratum paleaceum

Ageratum paleaceum can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ageratum paleaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum paleaceum?

Ageratum paleaceum

What is the common name of Ageratum paleaceum?

Pale Ageratum

What type of plant is Ageratum paleaceum?

Herb

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

Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:175533-1: Based on the initial data import