Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salviifolia
ID:
57432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 487 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056761



Common Names

  • Salviifolia Mikania
  • Salviifolia Guaco
  • Salviifolia Climbing Hempweed


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya salviifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania salviifolia (also called Mikania, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial species in the Asteraceae family. It has a woody stem, lanceolate leaves and white flower heads. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania salviifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to make herbal tea and has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania salviifolia has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania salviifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Mikania salviifolia

Mikania salviifolia is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Mikania salviifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania salviifolia?

Mikania salviifolia

What is the common name of Mikania salviifolia?

Salvia-leaved mikania

What is the family of Mikania salviifolia?

Asteraceae

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-155431: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.