Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pernambucensis
ID:
48635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 490 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047964



Common Names

  • Pernambuco Mikania
  • Pernambuco Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Hempweed


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya pernambucensis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania pernambucensis (also called 'Pernambuco Mikania', among many other common names) is a large, perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has large, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania pernambucensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania pernambucensis has white flowers that are arranged in clusters and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania pernambucensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stems of the plant and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Mikania pernambucensis

Mikania pernambucensis can be found in Brazil.

Mikania pernambucensis FAQ

What is the common name of Mikania pernambucensis?

Pernambuco Mikania

What is the scientific name of Pernambuco Mikania?

Mikania pernambucensis

What is the optimal temperature for Mikania pernambucensis?

20-25°C

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-146438: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.