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Ageratum

Ageratum houstonianum

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The Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) is a species in the genus Ageratum. Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Ageratum

Species

Ageratum houstonianum (Ageratum)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish agérato

French ageratum du Mexique

German (Mexikanischer) Leberbalsam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ageratum?

The scientific name of Ageratum is Ageratum houstonianum. It belongs to the genus Ageratum.

Where does Ageratum live?

Ageratum is found in Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Chad, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC).

What family does Ageratum belong to?

Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) belongs to the genus Ageratum, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

What kingdom does Ageratum belong to?

Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Ageratum?

The closest relatives of Ageratum in the genus Ageratum include Tropical whiteweed.