Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
usambarensis
ID:
118473

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Muschl.) Milne-Redh.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
in Exell, Suppl. Cat. Vasc. Pl. S. Tome 30. 1956

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117802

Common Names

  • Usambara mikaniopsis
  • Usambara mikania
  • Mikaniopsis usambarensis

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Synonyms

  • Senecio usambarensis Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Mikaniopsis usambarensis (also called Usambara Mikania, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant with small white flowers and lobed leaves. It is native to Tanzania and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pogonatum tolucense is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikaniopsis usambarensis has small yellow flowers with four to eight petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy with a tuft of white bristles. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons, followed by a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikaniopsis usambarensis is a perennial herb native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Mikaniopsis usambarensis

Pogonatum tolucense is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, shady areas of forests.

Mikaniopsis usambarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikaniopsis usambarensis?

Mikaniopsis usambarensis

What is the habitat of Mikaniopsis usambarensis?

Mikaniopsis usambarensis is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

What is the flowering period of Mikaniopsis usambarensis?

Mikaniopsis usambarensis flowers from June to August.

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-79152: Based on the initial data import
Reinhold Conrad Muschler (1883-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muschl.' in the authors string.
Edgar Milne-Redhead (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Milne-Redh.' in the authors string.