Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scandens
ID:
35174

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 53(6): 392. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034503



Common Names

  • Sphaereupatorium Scandens
  • Scandens Climbing Boneset
  • Scandens Climbing Thoroughwort


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium sphaerocephalum Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Sphaereupatorium sphaerocephalum (Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium sphaerocephalum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium hoffmannii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eupatorium poterioides Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Conoclinium scandens Gardner [unknown]

Description

Sphaereupatorium scandens (also called Climbing Boneset, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It has hairy stems and leaves, and its flowers are white. It grows in moist meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaereupatorium scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat stomachache and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaereupatorium scandens has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaereupatorium scandens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sphaereupatorium scandens

Sphaereupatorium scandens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Sphaereupatorium scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaereupatorium scandens?

Sphaereupatorium scandens

What type of plant is Sphaereupatorium scandens?

Vine

What is the common name of Sphaereupatorium scandens?

Climbing Boneset

Species in the Sphaereupatorium genus

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-133360: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.