Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyanosma
ID:
33827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(11): 69 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033156



Common Names

  • Mikania Cyanosma
  • Blue Mikania
  • Mikania Scandens


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Description

Mikania cyanosma (also called blue vine, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with several branches. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate and have a serrated margin. It is native to South America and is found in moist grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania cyanosma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania cyanosma flowers are white and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are hairy and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania cyanosma is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize when necessary. Divide the plant in spring or autumn for propagation.

Where to Find Mikania cyanosma

Mikania cyanosma is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mikania cyanosma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania cyanosma?

Mikania cyanosma

What type of plant is Mikania cyanosma?

Mikania cyanosma is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Mikania cyanosma found?

Mikania cyanosma is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-132059: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.