Whiteweed - Ageratum (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Whiteweed

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.

Scientific classification

Genus

Whiteweed (Ageratum)

Family

Daisy

Order

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Whiteweed

Species

Flossflower Tropical whiteweed Bluemink 'Summer Snow'Bluemink 'Horizon'Bluemink 'Blue Horizon'Bluemink 'Blue Danube'Flat-top whiteweed

Care Guide for Whiteweed

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Whiteweed thrives in consistent moisture and prefers a humid, subtropical climate. It is moderately drought-tolerant but best with weekly watering to prevent waterlogging. Typically grown outdoors, whiteweed benefits from natural rainfall, supporting robust growth and lush foliage during its active season.

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