Structural, Histochemical, and Phytochemical Characterization of Mikania Cordifolia (L. F.) Willd. (Asteraceae) in a Coastal Dune Environment

•Mikania cordifolia has a heterogeneous adaptive scheme in the restinga environment.•Most of the identified compounds are related to a defensive scheme of the species.•The underground system has specific adaptations for coastal dunes.•Three types of secretory structures are present in the leaves of M. cordifolia.•Three different types of secretory trichomes are observed in the air system.