Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perhirta
ID:
37826

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 64 (-65), fig (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037155



Common Names

  • Mikania Perhirta
  • Hairy Mikania
  • White Vine


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Description

Mikania perhirta (also called Mikania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in high-altitude grassland habitats. It is a herb, typically growing to heights of 0.3-0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania perhirta is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania perhirta has small, white flowers with five petals and a short, thin tube. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania perhirta is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems and rooting them in moist soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mikania perhirta

Mikania perhirta is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Mikania perhirta FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Mikania perhirta?

Mikania perhirta is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Mikania perhirta?

Mikania perhirta typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period for Mikania perhirta?

Mikania perhirta typically flowers from July to September.

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

Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:280922-2: Based on the initial data import