Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindleyana
ID:
31552

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 195 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030881



Common Names

  • Mikania lindleyana
  • Lindley's Mikania
  • Lindley's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Mikania acrensis B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Willoughbya lindleyana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mikania pastazae B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Mikania lindleyana (also called Lindley's Mikania, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its bright green leaves and white, daisy-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania lindleyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania lindleyana is a white to pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania lindleyana is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in spring or collect and sow the seeds in autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.

Where to Find Mikania lindleyana

Mikania lindleyana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Mikania lindleyana FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Mikania lindleyana?

Mikania lindleyana prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the typical size of Mikania lindleyana?

Mikania lindleyana typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the blooming period for Mikania lindleyana?

Mikania lindleyana blooms from late spring to early summer.

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,