Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barahonensis
ID:
124430

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7(3): 424 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123759



Common Names

  • Barahonensis Mikania
  • Barahonensis Climbing Hempweed
  • Barahonensis Climbing Hemp-Vine


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Description

Mikania barahonensis (also called Mikania barahonensis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a woody base and small white flowers. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Ecuador and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania barahonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania barahonensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania barahonensis is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 m. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Mikania barahonensis

Mikania barahonensis can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.

Mikania barahonensis FAQ

What are the common names of Mikania barahonensis?

Mikania barahonensis is commonly known as Barahon's mikania.

What is the growing season of Mikania barahonensis?

Mikania barahonensis typically blooms from April to June.

What is the habitat of Mikania barahonensis?

Mikania barahonensis is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

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-84893: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.