Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
49043

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Holmes

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 242, fig (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048372



Common Names

  • Mikania Cuatrecasasii
  • Four-Cornered Mikania
  • Smooth Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania cuatrecasasii (also called Cuatrecasas' Mikania, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania cuatrecasasii has small white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania cuatrecasasii is a perennial climber that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Mikania cuatrecasasii

Mikania cuatrecasasii is native to Central and South America.

Mikania cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania cuatrecasasii?

Mikania cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Mikania cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasasii Hempweed

What is the habitat of Mikania cuatrecasasii?

Mikania cuatrecasasii is found in disturbed areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.

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-146864: Based on the initial data import
Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.