Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stereodes
ID:
129490

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 77: 60 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128819



Common Names

  • Mikania
  • Stereodes
  • Mikania Stereodes


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Description

Mikania stereodes (also called 'Climbing Hempweed', 'Climbing Mikania', and 'Climbing Boneset', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It has small white flowers and is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania stereodes is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikania stereodes is a bright yellow flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania stereodes is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant, and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Mikania stereodes

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

Mikania stereodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania stereodes?

Mikania stereodes

What type of plant is Mikania stereodes?

Mikania stereodes is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Mikania stereodes?

Mikania stereodes is 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,