Ageratina, commonly known as snakeroot, is a genus of over 300 species[1][2][3][4] of perennials and rounded shrubs in the family Asteraceae.

The inflorescence consists of multiple fluffy, red or pinkish-white capitula in clusters.

Ageratina pichinchensis is a traditional Mexican treatment for superficial fungal infections of the skin.

Studies have compared its effectiveness in treating toenail fungus with ciclopirox.

[8][9][10] Long used in India to treat snakebite, epilepsy, mental disorders.