Fragrant Snakeroot

Ageratina herbacea

Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: ageratina

Plant ID (slug): ageratina-herbacea

Numeric ID: 19527

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Ageratina herbacea is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

South-western to South Central N. America.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

A cold infusion of the plant is drunk and also used as a lotion in the treatment of headaches and fevers[257].