Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gleasonii
ID:
92517

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 73: 23 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091846



Common Names

  • Gleason's Mikania
  • Mikania Gleasonii
  • Mikania


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Synonyms

  • Mikania tillettii R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Mikania gleasonii (also called Gleason's mikania, among many other common names) is a vine native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania gleasonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania gleasonii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania gleasonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Mikania gleasonii

Mikania gleasonii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Mikania gleasonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania gleasonii?

Mikania gleasonii

What is the family of Mikania gleasonii?

Asteraceae

Where is Mikania gleasonii found?

Mikania gleasonii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

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,

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