Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stereolepis
ID:
13774

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 104: 44 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013103

Common Names

  • Mikania Stereolepis
  • Stereolepis Mikania
  • Stereolepis Mikania

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Description

Mikania stereolepis (also called Stereolepis Mikania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 4 m in height. It has long, narrow leaves and is native to the tropical regions of South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mikania stereolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mikania stereolepis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mikania stereolepis is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Mikania stereolepis

Mikania stereolepis can be found in the Andes, from Colombia to Bolivia, at altitudes of 2,000–3,500 m.

Mikania stereolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mikania stereolepis?

Mikania stereolepis

What is the common name of Mikania stereolepis?

Stereolepis Mikania

What is the habitat of Mikania stereolepis?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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,