Climbing hempweed
Mikania micrantha
Mikania
Asteraceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
🌱 Beginner Friendly
This fast-growing tropical climber is considered invasive in many regions and forms dense mats that can smother other plants. It thrives in moist conditions and spreads rapidly through both seeds and vegetative growth. Check local regulations before planting as it may be prohibited.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist, Tolerates Wet Conditions
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Argentina Northeast
Argentina Northwest
Assam
Belize
Bolivia
Brazil North
Brazil Northeast
Brazil South
Brazil Southeast
Brazil West-Central
Caroline Is.
Chagos Archipelago
China Southeast
Christmas I.
Colombia
Costa Rica
Cuba
Dominican Republic
East Himalaya
Ecuador
Attracts
🐝 Butterflies
🐝 Bees
Safety & Use
⚕ Medicinal
🐾 Pet-safe
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 12, 2022 by Blue Bottle (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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