Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufescens
ID:
69990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 238 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069319



Common Names

  • Mikania Rufescens
  • Red Climbing Hempweed
  • Rufescent Climbing Hempweed


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Description

Mikania rufescens (also called Rufescent Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb with a stem up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in meadows and steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania rufescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania rufescens has small yellow flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are hairy, with opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania rufescens is a perennial herb native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring. The seedlings should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Mikania rufescens

Mikania rufescens can be found in Central and South America.

Mikania rufescens FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Mikania rufescens?

Mikania rufescens requires full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the typical size of Mikania rufescens?

Mikania rufescens typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the bloom time of Mikania rufescens?

Mikania rufescens blooms in late spring to early summer.

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-26147: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.