Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harlingii
ID:
87972

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 60: 82 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087301



Common Names

  • Mikania harlingii
  • Harling's Climbing Hempweed
  • Harling's Mikania


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Description

Mikania harlingii (also called Harling’s Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is characterized by its white, daisy-like flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is typically found in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania harlingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania harlingii has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania harlingii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or summer and place them in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Mikania harlingii

Mikania harlingii is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas in forests and woodlands.

Mikania harlingii FAQ

What are the common names for Mikania harlingii?

Harling's Climbing Hempweed

What type of soil does Mikania harlingii prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Mikania harlingii?

50-70°F (10-21°C)

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-43668: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.