Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lepidophora
ID:
128090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7(3): 423 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127419



Common Names

  • Lepidophora
  • Mikania lepidophora
  • Lepidophora Mikania


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Description

Mikania lepidophora (also called Scaly Mikania, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are ovate and have a toothed margin. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania lepidophora is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin infections. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania lepidophora has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania lepidophora is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division in spring or early summer. Plant divisions in a sunny spot with well-drained soil and water regularly until established.

Where to Find Mikania lepidophora

Mikania lepidophora can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Mikania lepidophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania lepidophora?

Mikania lepidophora

What is the common name of Mikania lepidophora?

Lepidophyllum

What is the habitat of Mikania lepidophora?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, including the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Africa.

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-88421: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.