Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anethifolia
ID:
6828

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Matzenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2(37): 259 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006157



Common Names

  • Anethifolia Mikania
  • Anethifolia Climbing Hempweed
  • Anethifolia Climbing Aster


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Synonyms

  • Mikania verticillata Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Grazielia anethifolia (DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Mikania verticillata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Mikania carvifolia Arechav. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium anethifolium anethifolium [unknown]
  • Eupatorium anethifolium filifolium Dusén ex Malme [unknown]
  • Dimorpholepis anethifolia (DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium anethifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium crithmifolium Less. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Willoughbya verticillata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania anethifolia (also called Anise-leaved Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania anethifolia is a plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has a spreading growth habit and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as headaches, skin conditions, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania anethifolia is white and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania anethifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny spot. Once the seedlings have emerged, transplant them into individual pots or into the ground. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections. Replant each section in a new location.

Where to Find Mikania anethifolia

Mikania anethifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mikania anethifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania anethifolia?

Mikania anethifolia

What type of plant is Mikania anethifolia?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Mikania anethifolia?

It is native to South America

Species in the Mikania genus

Mikania paranahybensis, Mikania mosenii, Mikania obovata, Mikania hitchcockii, Mikania saltensis, Mikania erioclada, Mikania infesta, Mikania archeri, Mikania dictyota, Mikania vauthieriana, Mikania paniculata, Mikania chaetoloba, Mikania stipulifera, Mikania confertissima, Mikania steinbachii, Mikania aristei, Mikania warmingii, Mikania acutissima, Mikania ramosissima, Mikania anethifolia, Mikania campos-portoana, Mikania aschersonii, Mikania longipes, Mikania araguensis, Mikania inordinata, Mikania arrojadoi, Mikania hoehnei, Mikania pohliana, Mikania castroi, Mikania nodulosa, Mikania elliptica, Mikania zamorae, Mikania scandens, Mikania paucifolia, Mikania parodii, Mikania areolata, Mikania lloensis, Mikania hoffmanniana, Mikania ochroleuca, Mikania decora, Mikania pseudomicrocephala, Mikania szyszylowiczii, Mikania cristata, Mikania camporum, Mikania porosa, Mikania desmocephala, Mikania venosa, Mikania lawrancei, Mikania pittieri, Mikania stereolepis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-105932: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Nélson Ivo Matzenbacher (d.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matzenb.' in the authors string.