Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
standleyi
ID:
131168

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. in Standl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 11: 44 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130497



Common Names

  • Ageratum standleyi
  • Standley's Ageratum
  • Standley's Flossflower


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Description

Ageratum standleyi (also called Standley's Ageratum, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It has white flower heads and is native to Central America. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratum standleyi is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratum standleyi is a white color with a star-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratum standleyi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is not very tolerant of cold temperatures and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Ageratum standleyi

Ageratum standleyi is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Ageratum standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratum standleyi?

Ageratum standleyi

What is the natural habitat of Ageratum standleyi?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the uses of Ageratum standleyi?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks

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-91397: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.