Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
87974

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 837 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087303



Common Names

  • Eupatorium rotundifolium
  • Roundleaf Thoroughwort
  • Roundleaf Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium marrubium Walter [unknown]
  • Critonia elliptica Raf. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium rotundifolium rotundifolium [unknown]
  • Eupatorium ovatum J.Bigelow [deprecated]
  • Eupatorium rotundifolium Fernald [unknown]
  • Eupatorium scabridum Ellis [deprecated]
  • Uncasia rotundifolia Greene [unknown]
  • Eupatorium verbenaefolium Michaux [unknown]
  • Eupatorium teucrifolium teucrifolium [unknown]
  • Eupatorium obovatum Raf. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium verbenifolium Reichard [unknown]
  • Eupatorium rotundifolium rotundifolium [unknown]
  • Eupatorium teucrifolium Willd. [unknown]

Description

Eupatorium rotundifolium (also called Round-leaved Thoroughwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It is characterized by its white, daisy-like flowers and round, toothed leaves. It is typically found in moist forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Eupatorium rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating colds and flu.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eupatorium rotundifolium var. ovatum (Bigelow) Torr.
Eupatorium rotundifolium var. scabridum (Elliott) A.Gray
Eupatorium rotundifolium var. ovatum (Bigelow) Torr. ex DC.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eupatorium rotundifolium has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eupatorium rotundifolium is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or summer and place them in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Eupatorium rotundifolium

Eupatorium rotundifolium is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, shady areas in forests and woodlands.

Eupatorium rotundifolium FAQ

What are the common names for Eupatorium rotundifolium?

Roundleaf Thoroughwort

What type of soil does Eupatorium rotundifolium prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Eupatorium rotundifolium?

50-70°F (10-21°C)

Species in the Eupatorium genus

Eupatorium sambucifolium, Eupatorium japonicum, Eupatorium compositifolium, Eupatorium maracayuense, Eupatorium omeiense, Eupatorium urbanii, Eupatorium doichangense, Eupatorium lindleyanum, Eupatorium shimadai, Eupatorium leucolepis, Eupatorium macrochaetum, Eupatorium perfoliatum, Eupatorium camiguinense, Eupatorium heterophyllum, Eupatorium semiserratum, Eupatorium asper, Eupatorium cannabinum, Eupatorium hyssopifolium, Eupatorium toppingianum, Eupatorium areniscophilum, Eupatorium linearifolium, Eupatorium fortunei, Eupatorium tashiroi, Eupatorium formosanum, Eupatorium fistulosum, Eupatorium godfreyanum, Eupatorium tawadae, Eupatorium plebeia, Eupatorium petiolata, Eupatorium serotinum, Eupatorium mohrii, Eupatorium album, Eupatorium glehnii, Eupatorium quaternum, Eupatorium leptophyllum, Eupatorium rosengurttii, Eupatorium novae-angliae, Eupatorium luchuense, Eupatorium mikanioides, Eupatorium resinosum, Eupatorium trichospermoides, Eupatorium nanchuanense, Eupatorium gnaphalioides, Eupatorium pinnatifidum, Eupatorium variabile, Eupatorium anomalum, Eupatorium benguetense, Eupatorium amabile, Eupatorium sessilifolium, Eupatorium rotundifolium,

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-4367: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.