Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
42581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 226 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041910



Common Names

  • Mikania
  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Small-Leaf Hempweed


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya parvifolia parvifolia [unknown]
  • Willoughbya parvifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania parvifolia (also called small-leaved mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate and serrate. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania parvifolia is an herbaceous plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions, and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania parvifolia has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania parvifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate light frost and is drought tolerant. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mikania parvifolia

Mikania parvifolia can be found in disturbed areas in the southeastern United States.

Mikania parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania parvifolia?

Mikania parvifolia

What is the common name of Mikania parvifolia?

Small-leaved Climbing Hempweed

Where is Mikania parvifolia found?

It is found in Mexico, Central America, 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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