Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cercifolia
ID:
99046

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Holmes

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 51: 233 (-234), fig (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000098375



Common Names

  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Mikania
  • Climbing Boneset


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Description

Mikania cercifolia (also called Heart-leaved Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.3-1.5 m. It is native to South America, and is typically found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania cercifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania cercifolia has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania cercifolia is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to water it deeply and infrequently to avoid overwatering. It is also important to fertilize the plant regularly to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Mikania cercifolia

Mikania cercifolia can be found in Central and South America.

Mikania cercifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania cercifolia?

Mikania cercifolia

What is the common name of Mikania cercifolia?

Cercifolia Climbing Hempweed

Where is Mikania cercifolia found?

It is found in the tropical forests of 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-5486: Based on the initial data import
Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.