Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
135259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A(11): 71 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134588



Common Names

  • Mikania
  • Rhomboid Mikania
  • Rhomboid Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania rhomboidea (also called Rhomboid-Leaf Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has rhomboid-shaped leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania rhomboidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania rhomboidea has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania rhomboidea is a fast-growing, perennial vine native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is most commonly propagated through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 4–6 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The cuttings should be kept moist but not wet, and should be monitored for signs of rooting. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Mikania rhomboidea

Mikania rhomboidea is native to Central and South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Mikania rhomboidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania rhomboidea?

Mikania rhomboidea

What type of plant is Mikania rhomboidea?

Herb

Where is Mikania rhomboidea native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-95370: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.