Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psylobothrya
ID:
117713

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro ex H.Rob. & W.C.Holmes

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 115(4): 896 (2002) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117042



Common Names

  • Psylobothrya Mikania
  • Psylobothrya's Mikania
  • Psylobothrya Mikania


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Description

Mikania psylobothrya (also called False Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has opposite leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shaded areas such as forests and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania psylobothrya is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania psylobothrya is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania psylobothrya is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a sandy, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Mikania psylobothrya

Mikania psylobothrya is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Mikania psylobothrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania psylobothrya?

Mikania psylobothrya

What type of plant is Mikania psylobothrya?

Mikania psylobothrya is a perennial herb

Where is Mikania psylobothrya found?

Mikania psylobothrya is found in South Africa

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-78416: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.