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Whiteweed (Ageratum)
Whiteweed is a genus of perennial plants that thrive in tropical and temperate regions. They produce a wide range of flowers and are therefore popular in gardens. Several kinds are toxic, and some are known to spread widely and aggressively. They are treated as weeds - hence their common name.
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Whiteweed
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Attributes of Whiteweed
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Whiteweed
Distribution of Whiteweed
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Distribution Map of Whiteweed
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Whiteweed
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Whiteweed, commonly referred to as 'Flossflower', requires routine care for optimal growth. Basic care involves providing full sun or partial shade, weekly watering, and humus-rich, well-drained soil. Whiteweed prefers temperatures around 60-75°F (15-24°C). Common challenges arise from pests such as aphids and leaf miners, and diseases such as powdery mildew. Extreme temperatures and insufficient draining may lead to plant stress. Seasonally, the whiteweed benefits from regular deadheading in summer for continuous bloom, and reducing water in winter to protect roots from frost damage.
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7 most common species：
Flossflower
Flossflower (Ageratum houstonianum) is a low-growing annual that attracts butterflies bees and birds. Fragrant aster-like flowers blooming from spring to fall are usually vibrant blue but can also be white or pink. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade is resistant to deer and rabbits and makes a colorful addition to any garden. 15 to 30 cm in height.
Tropical whiteweed
Tropical whiteweed (Ageratum conyzoides) has a very shallow root system, making it capable of growing in thin and rocky soils along just as well as deep and fertile soil. Their seeds have tiny hairs attached to passing wildlife, allowing them to be spread far and wide. The genus name of this plant, Ageratums, means "non-aging" in Greek and refers to its robust growth and long life.
Bluemink 'Blue Horizon'
Bluemink 'Blue Horizon' is a Bluemink named for its clusters of fluffy blue-purple flowers. This plant is most valued by gardeners as a bedding plant that mixes extremely well with other flowers. This hybrid is shorter than the parent plant, growing to 75 cm in contrast to 1 m.
Bluemink 'Horizon'
Like many Bluemink hybrids bluemink 'Horizon' is named for something blue; in this case, a horizon. This cultivar is popular with gardeners for its showy blue-purple flowers and for attracting bees and butterflies. This cultivar is noted for its sturdy and upright stems.
Bluemink 'Summer Snow'
The bluemink 'Summer Snow' is an F1 hybrid houstonianum. This summer flower has snowy, floss-like petals, giving it a fluffy look. If you enjoy a splash of white amid the brightness, they can be lovely accent flowers. They also work beautifully as a border for a brightly colored garden, giving it a gilded look.
Bluemink 'Blue Danube'
Bluemink 'Blue Danube' is a compact bluemink cultivar growing to about half the size of its parent plant (30 to 50 cm instead of up to 1 m). The name refers to the deep lavender-blue color of the flowers, though most cultivars of this species are blue. Gardeners love that this cultivar is particularly attractive to pollinators.
Flat-top whiteweed
Flat-top whiteweed is a perennial shrub notable for its soft, hairy leaves and clusters of small, fluffy blue flowers. Thriving in well-drained soil and partial shade, flat-top whiteweed’s growth is often more robust in cooler climates. The plant’s tight, corymbose inflorescences are a draw for butterflies, making it a charming addition to garden borders or as groundcover.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Whiteweed
Ageratum
Whiteweed is a genus of perennial plants that thrive in tropical and temperate regions. They produce a wide range of flowers and are therefore popular in gardens. Several kinds are toxic, and some are known to spread widely and aggressively. They are treated as weeds - hence their common name.
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Whiteweed
Feedback
Attributes of Whiteweed
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Whiteweed
Distribution of Whiteweed
Feedback
Distribution Map of Whiteweed
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Whiteweed
Feedback
Whiteweed, commonly referred to as 'Flossflower', requires routine care for optimal growth. Basic care involves providing full sun or partial shade, weekly watering, and humus-rich, well-drained soil. Whiteweed prefers temperatures around 60-75°F (15-24°C). Common challenges arise from pests such as aphids and leaf miners, and diseases such as powdery mildew. Extreme temperatures and insufficient draining may lead to plant stress. Seasonally, the whiteweed benefits from regular deadheading in summer for continuous bloom, and reducing water in winter to protect roots from frost damage.
Exploring the Whiteweed Plants
Feedback
7 most common species：
Flossflower
Flossflower (Ageratum houstonianum) is a low-growing annual that attracts butterflies bees and birds. Fragrant aster-like flowers blooming from spring to fall are usually vibrant blue but can also be white or pink. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade is resistant to deer and rabbits and makes a colorful addition to any garden. 15 to 30 cm in height.
Tropical whiteweed
Tropical whiteweed (Ageratum conyzoides) has a very shallow root system, making it capable of growing in thin and rocky soils along just as well as deep and fertile soil. Their seeds have tiny hairs attached to passing wildlife, allowing them to be spread far and wide. The genus name of this plant, Ageratums, means "non-aging" in Greek and refers to its robust growth and long life.
Bluemink 'Blue Horizon'
Bluemink 'Blue Horizon' is a Bluemink named for its clusters of fluffy blue-purple flowers. This plant is most valued by gardeners as a bedding plant that mixes extremely well with other flowers. This hybrid is shorter than the parent plant, growing to 75 cm in contrast to 1 m.
Bluemink 'Horizon'
Like many Bluemink hybrids bluemink 'Horizon' is named for something blue; in this case, a horizon. This cultivar is popular with gardeners for its showy blue-purple flowers and for attracting bees and butterflies. This cultivar is noted for its sturdy and upright stems.
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More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
Nearly 5 years of research
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