Ageratina lemmonii facts for kids

Ageratina lemmonii, often called the Lemmon's snakeroot, is a cool plant found in North America. It's part of the sunflower family, which means it's related to many flowers you know, like sunflowers, daisies, and dandelions!

Lemmon's Snakeroot: Where It Grows

This interesting plant grows in the southwestern United States. You can find it in the states of Arizona and New Mexico. It also lives in several states in Mexico, including Sonora, Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Durango. It really likes warmer, drier places!

What's in a Name?

The first part of its scientific name, Ageratina, comes from an old Greek word. It means 'un-aging'. This is because the flowers of this plant keep their bright colors for a long time, almost like they never get old!

The second part of the name, lemmonii, honors a person. It's named after John Gill Lemmon (1831–1908). He was a botanist, which is a scientist who studies plants. His wife, Sara Plummer Lemmon (1836–1923), was also a famous botanist!