Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbulosa
ID:
136824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 211 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136153



Common Names

  • Corymbose Mikania
  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Kanimia corymbulosa (Benth.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Cacalia pubescens Raf. [unknown]
  • Kanimia corymbulosa (Benth.) Hook.f. & Hook.f. [deprecated]
  • Kanimia corymbulosa (Benth.) B.D.Jacks. & Hook.f [deprecated]
  • Willoughbya corymbulosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania corymbulosa (also called 'Corymbose Climbing Hempweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a twining stem and small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania corymbulosa is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania corymbulosa has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania corymbulosa is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Mikania corymbulosa

Mikania corymbulosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in the Caribbean and in parts of the United States, including Florida and Hawaii.

Mikania corymbulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania corymbulosa?

Mikania corymbulosa

What is the family of Mikania corymbulosa?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Mikania corymbulosa?

Brazil

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-96874: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.