Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montverdensis
ID:
94466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Proctor

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Inst. Jamaica, Sci. Ser. 16: 75 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093795



Common Names

  • Montverde Mikania
  • Montverde Climbing Hempweed
  • Montverde Climbing Aster


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Description

Mikania montverdensis (also called Montverde Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a twining stem and white flower heads. It is found in disturbed sites, open woods, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania montverdensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee forage plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania montverdensis has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania montverdensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to divide the root system in the spring or fall for best results.

Where to Find Mikania montverdensis

Mikania montverdensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an endangered species in some countries.

Mikania montverdensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania montverdensis?

Mikania montverdensis

What are the common names of Mikania montverdensis?

Montverde Mikania, Montverde climbing hempweed

What is the natural habitat of Mikania montverdensis?

It is native to Central 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,

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