Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hemisphaerica
ID:
30864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 254 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030193



Common Names

  • Hemisphere Mikania
  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya hemisphaerica Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania hemisphaerica (also called Half-sphere Mikania, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It is native to the Americas, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures. It has white flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania hemisphaerica is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania hemisphaerica has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania hemisphaerica is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or by division of the clumps.

Where to Find Mikania hemisphaerica

Mikania hemisphaerica is native to tropical regions of South America and can be found growing in moist, well-drained soils in areas with full sun exposure.

Mikania hemisphaerica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania hemisphaerica?

Mikania hemisphaerica

What is the family of Mikania hemisphaerica?

Asteraceae

Where is Mikania hemisphaerica found?

Mexico

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-129190: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.