Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marahuacensis
ID:
70858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm. & Maguire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 14(3): 28, fig (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070187



Common Names

  • Mikania Marahuacensis
  • Marahuacensis Vine
  • Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania marahuacensis (also called Marahuaca mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania marahuacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory problems and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania marahuacensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania marahuacensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division of the rootstock in spring. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, and requires regular watering during the summer months. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.

Where to Find Mikania marahuacensis

Mikania marahuacensis is native to the Marahuaca region of Venezuela. It can be found in the wild in the Marahuaca region and in some nurseries.

Mikania marahuacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania marahuacensis?

Mikania marahuacensis

What type of plant is Mikania marahuacensis?

Mikania marahuacensis is a perennial herb

Where is Mikania marahuacensis found?

Mikania marahuacensis is found in Venezuela

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-26997: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.