Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
testudinaria
ID:
35928

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 197 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035257



Common Names

  • Mikania testudinaria
  • Climbing Hempweed
  • Climbing Mikania


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Synonyms

  • Willoughbya testudinaria Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Mikania testudinaria (also called Turtle Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania testudinaria is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and its flowers are also used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania testudinaria has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania testudinaria is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mikania testudinaria

Mikania testudinaria is native to tropical regions of South America and can be found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mikania testudinaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania testudinaria?

Mikania testudinaria

What is the common name of Mikania testudinaria?

Turtlevine

What is the family of Mikania testudinaria?

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,