Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stygia
ID:
128921

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 90: 36 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128250



Common Names

  • Stygian Mikania
  • Stygian Climbing Hempweed
  • Stygian Climbing Aster


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Description

Mikania stygia (also called Stygian Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania stygia is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania stygia has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania stygia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mikania stygia

Mikania stygia is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas. It is commonly found in moist forests, wetlands, and disturbed areas.

Mikania stygia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania stygia?

Mikania stygia

What type of plant is Mikania stygia?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Mikania stygia?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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,

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