Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salvanaturae
ID:
32407

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Smalla & N.Kilian

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 31(1): 137 (-140; fig. 1) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031736



Common Names

  • Salvanatura Ageratum
  • Salvanatura Fleabane
  • Salvanatura Daisy


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Description

Ageratum salvanaturae (also called Ageratum, Floss Flower, and Pincushion Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb that grows to a height of around 0.5 m and has white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum salvanaturae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratum salvanaturae has white flowers with a single petal. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum salvanaturae is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Ageratum salvanaturae

Ageratum salvanaturae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas.

Ageratum salvanaturae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum salvanaturae?

Ageratum salvanaturae

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum salvanaturae?

Tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Ageratum salvanaturae?

Summer

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-130687: Based on the initial data import
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
Boris Smalla: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Smalla' in the authors string.