Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
troupinii
ID:
115553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 35(1-2): 51 (1991) (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114882

Common Names

  • Mikaniopsis Troupinii
  • Troupinii Mikaniopsis
  • Mikaniopsis

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Description

Mikania troupinii (also called Troupin's Mikania, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. It grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Mikaniopsis troupinii has been used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders and as a diuretic. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mikaniopsis troupinii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikaniopsis troupinii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Mikaniopsis troupinii

Mikaniopsis troupinii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Mikaniopsis troupinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikaniopsis troupinii?

Mikaniopsis troupinii

What is the family of Mikaniopsis troupinii?

Asteraceae

Where is Mikaniopsis troupinii found?

Mexico

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-76366: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.