Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
7293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 224 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006622

Common Names

  • Ageratina occidentalis
  • Western Mistflower
  • Western White-top

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium berlandieri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Kyrstenia occidentalis Greene [unknown]
  • Eupatorium occidentale Hook. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium oregonum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium occidentale occidentale [unknown]

Description

Ageratina occidentalis (also called Western Snakeroot, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in moist, shady areas such as meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ageratina occidentalis has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina occidentalis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root clump in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the root clump in the spring when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ageratina occidentalis

Ageratina occidentalis is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Ageratina occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina occidentalis?

Ageratina occidentalis

What type of plant is Ageratina occidentalis?

Ageratina occidentalis is a species of flowering plant.

Where is Ageratina occidentalis found?

Ageratina occidentalis is found in North America.

Species in the Ageratina genus

Ageratina reticulifera, Ageratina austin-smithii, Ageratina intibucensis, Ageratina chazaroana, Ageratina dorrii, Ageratina josepaneroi, Ageratina leiocarpa, Ageratina cylindrica, Ageratina jucunda, Ageratina chiriquensis, Ageratina acevedoana, Ageratina occidentalis, Ageratina zunilana, Ageratina carmonis, Ageratina astellera, Ageratina schaffneri, Ageratina nesomii, Ageratina standleyi, Ageratina vacciniaefolia, Ageratina baccharoides, Ageratina hyssopina, Ageratina guatemalensis, Ageratina robinsoniana, Ageratina sodiroi, Ageratina subcordata, Ageratina irrasa, Ageratina enixa, Ageratina sundbergii, Ageratina aromatica, Ageratina subglabra, Ageratina tristis, Ageratina jocotepecana, Ageratina diversipila, Ageratina lucida, Ageratina viejoana, Ageratina flaviseta, Ageratina grashoffii, Ageratina fleischmannioides, Ageratina macvaughii, Ageratina microcarpum, Ageratina zapalinama, Ageratina collodes, Ageratina haageana, Ageratina hidalgensis, Ageratina barclayae, Ageratina cremasta, Ageratina kupperi, Ageratina areolaris, Ageratina macbridei, Ageratina oppositifolia,

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-106383: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.