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sticky snakeroot
Scientific Name: Ageratina adenophora
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Ageratina adenophora: Crofton Weed or Sticky Snakeroot
Ageratina adenophora, commonly known as crofton weed or sticky snakeroot, is a flowering plant species belonging to the daisy family (Asteraceae).
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions "cat weed" and "horse" in association with Ageratina adenophora. It is not clear what this refers to.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Ageratina adenophora (Spreng.) R.M. King & H. Rob.
- Synonyms: Eupatorium adenophorum Spreng., Eupatorium glandulosum Kunth non Michx.
- Common Names: Crofton weed, sticky snakeroot, cat weed, catweed, croftonweed, hemp agrimony, Mexican devil, sticky agrimony, sticky eupatorium, white thoroughwort, eupatory.
- Family: Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Mexico and Central America.
- Widely naturalized in other regions, including areas such as the Illawarra escarpment and Tenerife, Canary Isles.
- Reported as invasive in Hawaii (HI).
Ecological Role
- Considered a weed in many areas.
- The text mentions phytotoxic effects on conspecific and allospecific plant species, suggesting allelopathic properties.
- Cited as a major issue in some areas like Central America.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a subshrub to shrub.
- Has attractive white flowers.
- Leaves can be powdered and extracted.
Quirky Facts
- The plant is also known as "Mexican Devil."
- Snakeroot (in general) has been historically used as a folk remedy against snakebites. Note that snakeroot is a general term and may refer to other plant species.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The text mentions associations with fungus and galls.
Further Information
- CalPhotos: Provides images of Ageratina adenophora (Richard Spellenberg, 2015).
- Dave's Garden: A community forum for sharing gardening tips and ideas.