Eupatorium serotinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serotinum
ID:
56424
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michx.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 100 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055753
Common Names
- Eupatorium serotinum
- Late-flowering Thoroughwort
- Serotinum Thoroughwort
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- Uncasia serotina Greene [unknown]
- Eupatorium serotinum serotinum [unknown]
Description
Eupatorium serotinum (also called 'Late Boneset', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and long, lance-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eupatorium serotinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eupatorium serotinum is white, with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with a white midrib.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eupatorium serotinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the fall and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings will emerge in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Eupatorium serotinum
Eupatorium serotinum can be found in the eastern United States.
Eupatorium serotinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eupatorium serotinum?
Eupatorium serotinum
What is the growth habit of Eupatorium serotinum?
It is an herbaceous perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves.
What is the flowering period of Eupatorium serotinum?
It flowers from July to October.
What is the native range of Eupatorium serotinum?
It is native to the Himalayas.
What is the habitat of Eupatorium serotinum?
It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.
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-154395: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.