Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tedliei
ID:
72132

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv. & Hiern) C.D.Adams

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
J. W. African Sci. Assoc. 6: 153. 1961

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071461



Common Names

  • Mikaniopsis tedliei
  • Mikaniopsis
  • Tedliei


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Synonyms

  • Gynura tedliei (Oliv. & Hiern) S.Moore ex Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Senecio tedliei Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]

Description

Mikaniopsis tedliei (also called Mikania tedliei, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and small, ovate leaves with serrated margins. It is found in wet, tropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikaniopsis tedliei is an ornamental plant that is often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and flowers have been used to treat various ailments, such as headaches, fever, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikaniopsis tedliei is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikaniopsis tedliei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plants can be planted out in the summer.

Where to Find Mikaniopsis tedliei

Mikaniopsis tedliei is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the wild in France, Italy, and Spain.

Mikaniopsis tedliei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikaniopsis tedliei?

Mikaniopsis tedliei

What type of plant is Mikaniopsis tedliei?

A flowering plant

Where is Mikaniopsis tedliei native to?

South America

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-28231: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Charles Dennis Adams (1920-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Adams' in the authors string.