Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bogotensis
ID:
14911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 201 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014240



Common Names

  • Bogota Mikania
  • Bogota Hempweed
  • Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania bogotensis (also called Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania bogotensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania bogotensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania bogotensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Mikania bogotensis

Mikania bogotensis is native to Colombia. It can be found in moist, open woods and meadows.

Mikania bogotensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania bogotensis?

Mikania bogotensis

What is the family of Mikania bogotensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Mikania bogotensis?

Bogota Mikania

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-113772: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.