Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latisquama
ID:
25365

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Sellowia n.° 15: 241, fig. 9 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024694



Common Names

  • Mikania Latisquama
  • Latisquama Mikania
  • Broad-Scaled Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania latisquama (also called Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous climber native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, savannas, and disturbed areas. It has opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves with serrated margins, and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania latisquama is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania latisquama has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania latisquama is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Mikania latisquama

Mikania latisquama is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Mikania latisquama FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania latisquama?

Mikania latisquama

What are the common names of Mikania latisquama?

Broad-leaved climbing hempweed, Climbing hempweed

What is the natural habitat of Mikania latisquama?

Mikania latisquama is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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,