Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptotricha
ID:
15427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 234 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014756



Common Names

  • Mikania leptotricha
  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Mikania


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya leptotricha Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania leptotricha (also called 'Climbing Hempweed', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous vine with white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is often found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania leptotricha is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania leptotricha is a white-yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania leptotricha is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until the plants are established. Once established, the plants should be watered only during dry periods. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or fall and replant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Mikania leptotricha

Mikania leptotricha can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Mikania leptotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania leptotricha?

Mikania leptotricha

What is the family of Mikania leptotricha?

Asteraceae

Where is Mikania leptotricha native to?

China

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,

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