Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
solisii
ID:
12125

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 87(1): 44 (-46; fig. 1) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011454



Common Names

  • Solis' Ageratum
  • Solis' Flossflower
  • Solis' Daisy


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Description

Ageratum solisii (also called Mexican ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum solisii is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for livestock, and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratum solisii has small, daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum solisii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Ageratum solisii

Ageratum solisii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Ageratum solisii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum solisii?

Ageratum solisii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

What kind of soil does Ageratum solisii prefer?

Ageratum solisii prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.

What is the best way to propagate Ageratum solisii?

Ageratum solisii can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps.

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-111101: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.