Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campanulata
ID:
58455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 489 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057784



Common Names

  • Mikania campanulata
  • Campanula Mikania
  • Mikania Climbing Hempweed


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya campanulata (Gardner) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mikania widgrenii B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Mikania sublaxa Malme [unknown]

Description

Mikania campanulata (also called campanulate climbing hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to the Americas. It has opposite leaves, and small white flowers that grow in clusters. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is used in traditional medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania campanulata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania campanulata has small white flowers that are arranged in clusters, and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania campanulata is a perennial herb native to Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plants are actively growing.

Where to Find Mikania campanulata

Mikania campanulata can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America.

Mikania campanulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania campanulata?

Mikania campanulata

What is the family of Mikania campanulata?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Mikania campanulata?

Climbing Hempweed

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-156482: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.