Climbing Hempvine
Mikania scandens
Also listed as Mikania angulosa, Eupatorium scandens
Also known as Climbing Hempweed, Climbing Boneset, Louse-plaster
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A vigorous twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and small white or pinkish flowers in late summer and fall. Commonly found in moist woodlands and along stream banks in the eastern United States.
Why grow it
Climbing hempvine establishes quickly in wet or poorly drained sites where many ornamental vines struggle, making it useful for streamside stabilization or boggy areas. Its late-season flowers provide nectar when other native vine sources are scarce. Compared to cultivated alternatives like clematis, it requires minimal pruning and no staking in appropriate conditions.
Watch out for
This vine can become dense and heavy; ensure support structures are sturdy and inspect them periodically. In optimal conditions it spreads vigorously, so plan containment strategies or prune back regularly if space is limited. Performance varies significantly by region and moisture level, so observe its behavior in your specific site before planting it extensively.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A vigorous twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and small white or pinkish flowers in late summer and fall. Commonly found in moist woodlands and along stream banks in the eastern United States.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Climbing Hempvine grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Climbing hempvine establishes quickly in wet or poorly drained sites where many ornamental vines struggle, making it useful for streamside stabilization or boggy areas. Its late-season flowers provide nectar when other native vine sources are scarce. Compared to cultivated alternatives like clematis, it requires minimal pruning and no staking in appropriate conditions.
Watch out for
This vine can become dense and heavy; ensure support structures are sturdy and inspect them periodically. In optimal conditions it spreads vigorously, so plan containment strategies or prune back regularly if space is limited. Performance varies significantly by region and moisture level, so observe its behavior in your specific site before planting it extensively.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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