Ageratum houstonianum
Ageratum houstonianum, commonly known as Flossflower, is a vibrant perennial prized for its delicate, fuzzy blooms. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally used in various cultures, it possesses diverse medicinal properties, often utilized for its potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects in herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Ageratum houstonianum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Ageratum houstonianum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is further classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and falls under the genus Ageratum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ageratum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it can be found growing in Belgium. The species also inhabits various territories across Germany and Hungary. Finally, its geographical range extends into Poland, completing its distribution across these central areas.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ageratum houstonianum has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Linoleic, Precocene I, Precocene II, caryophyllene oxide, ethyl acetate.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Linoleic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Precocene I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Precocene II | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isolongifolene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phytol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ageratum houstonianum has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Repellent, Antifeedant, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Repellent | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ageratum houstonianum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pancreatitis, tonsillitis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pancreatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tonsillitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |