Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neblinensis
ID:
121611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aristeg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 368 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120940



Common Names

  • Neblin Mikania
  • Mikania
  • Neblin


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Description

Mikania neblinensis (also called neblina mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania neblinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania neblinensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania neblinensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Mikania neblinensis

Mikania neblinensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Mikania neblinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania neblinensis?

Mikania neblinensis

What type of plant is Mikania neblinensis?

Mikania neblinensis is a type of herbaceous perennial.

Where is Mikania neblinensis found?

Mikania neblinensis is found in the tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82175: Based on the initial data import
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.