Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenax
ID:
67407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 80: 41 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066736



Common Names

  • Tough Climbing Hempweed
  • Tenacious Mikania
  • Mikania tenax


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Description

Mikania tenax (also called Climbing Hempweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, thin stems that can grow up to 3 meters in length. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in moist, open habitats such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania tenax is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania tenax has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a white or yellow seed head. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania tenax is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Mikania tenax

Mikania tenax is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry meadows and grasslands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Mikania tenax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania tenax?

Mikania tenax

What is the natural habitat of Mikania tenax?

Mikania tenax is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What are the common uses of Mikania tenax?

Mikania tenax is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes.

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

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:233269-1: Based on the initial data import