Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
granulata
ID:
132138

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 77: 51 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131467



Common Names

  • Mikania Vine
  • Giant Climbing Hempweed
  • Granulated Climbing Hempweed


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Synonyms

  • Mikania granulata granulata [unknown]
  • Mikania jamesonii B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Mikania granulata (also called Granulated Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania granulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania granulata is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania granulata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Mikania granulata

Mikania granulata can be found in South America and the Caribbean.

Mikania granulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania granulata?

Mikania granulata

What is the common name of Mikania granulata?

Granulated Climbing Hempweed

What is the natural habitat of Mikania granulata?

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,