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bluemink

Ageratum houstonianum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Ageratum

About

Ageratum houstonianum (flossflower, bluemink, blueweed, pussy foot, Mexican paintbrush) is a cool-season annual plant often grown as bedding in gardens. The plant grows to 0.3–1 m high, with ovate to triangular leaves 2–7 cm long, and blue flowerheads (sometimes white, pink, or purple). The flower heads are borne in dense corymbs. The ray flowers are threadlike, leading to the common name.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bluemink?
The scientific name of bluemink is Ageratum houstonianum.
What is the conservation status of bluemink?
The bluemink has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does bluemink belong to?
bluemink belongs to the genus Ageratum.