Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyphylla
ID:
19522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 1(3): 463 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018851



Common Names

  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Pachyphylla Hempweed
  • Climbing Mikania


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Description

Mikania pachyphylla (also called Thick-Leaf Mikania, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania pachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania pachyphylla is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania pachyphylla is a perennial plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division in spring. The seed should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Mikania pachyphylla

Mikania pachyphylla can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Mikania pachyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania pachyphylla?

Mikania pachyphylla

What type of plant is Mikania pachyphylla?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the average height of Mikania pachyphylla?

30-60 cm

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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