Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conglomerata
ID:
126669

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Holmes & McDaniel

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 37: 469 (-470) (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125998



Common Names

  • Mikania conglomerata
  • Clustered Climbing-Hempweed
  • Giant Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania conglomerata (also called 'Clustered Climbing Hempweed', 'Clustered Mikania' and 'Clustered Climbing Hempweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with tall, climbing stems and small, white daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania conglomerata is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and daisy-like flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as an accent plant in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania conglomerata has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania conglomerata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 4 inches long. They should be planted in a potting mix that is moist and well-draining. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and water regularly.

Where to Find Mikania conglomerata

Mikania conglomerata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Mikania conglomerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania conglomerata?

Mikania conglomerata

What is the common name of Mikania conglomerata?

Clustered climber

What is the natural habitat of Mikania conglomerata?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-87050: Based on the initial data import
Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.
Sidney T. McDaniel (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McDaniel' in the authors string.