Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivalis
ID:
41032

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 19: 216 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040361

Common Names

  • Ageratina rivalis
  • Rival's Snakeroot
  • White Snakeroot

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium skutchii B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Ageratina skutchii (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium rivale Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Ageratina rivalis (also called White Snakeroot, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the eastern United States. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist woods, thickets, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ageratina rivalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ageratina rivalis is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ageratina rivalis is a perennial herb native to California. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Ageratina rivalis

Ageratina rivalis is native to the western United States, from California to Montana.

Ageratina rivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ageratina rivalis?

Ageratina rivalis

What is the common name of Ageratina rivalis?

White Snakeroot

Where does Ageratina rivalis grow?

Ageratina rivalis is native to the eastern United States and Canada.

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-139028: 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.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.