Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcarulata
ID:
78943

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 104: 33 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078272



Common Names

  • Calcarulata Mikania
  • Calcarulata Climbing-hempweed
  • Calcarulata Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania calcarulata (also called Spiny mikania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania calcarulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania calcarulata is white in color with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania calcarulata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Mikania calcarulata

Mikania calcarulata is native to tropical regions of South America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Mikania calcarulata FAQ

What are the common names of Mikania calcarulata?

Spiny Mikania

What are the characteristics of Mikania calcarulata?

It is an herbaceous perennial plant with a woody base. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and have toothed margins. The flower heads are solitary and have yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets.

What is the habitat of Mikania calcarulata?

It is native to the Caribbean region. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

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,

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