Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bolivarensis
ID:
312946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. Seed Pl. 2: 15 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312278

Common Names

  • Bolivarensis False Buttonweed
  • False Buttonweed
  • Bolivarensis Spermacoce

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Synonyms

  • Borreria bolivarensis Steyerm. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce bolivarensis (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides, pastures, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce bolivarensis is a popular ornamental plant that is known for its bright colors and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Spermacoce bolivarensis has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds of Spermacoce bolivarensis are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Spermacoce bolivarensis have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce bolivarensis can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. The clumps should be divided in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. They should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Spermacoce bolivarensis

Spermacoce bolivarensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Spermacoce bolivarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce bolivarensis?

Spermacoce bolivarensis

What is the common name of Spermacoce bolivarensis?

Bolivar Plant

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce bolivarensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Spermacoce genus

Spermacoce adscendens, Spermacoce alata, Spermacoce angustifolia, Spermacoce annua, Spermacoce aprica, Spermacoce aquatica, Spermacoce aretioides, Spermacoce argentea, Spermacoce aristeguietiana, Spermacoce articularis, Spermacoce arvensis, Spermacoce auriculata, Spermacoce azurea, Spermacoce bahamensis, Spermacoce baileyana, Spermacoce bambusicola, Spermacoce bangweolensis, Spermacoce bequaertii, Spermacoce berteroana, Spermacoce bisepala, Spermacoce bolivarensis, Spermacoce brachyantha, Spermacoce brachysepala, Spermacoce brachystema, Spermacoce brachystemonoides, Spermacoce bradei, Spermacoce brassii, Spermacoce breviflora, Spermacoce brittonii, Spermacoce brownii, Spermacoce buchneri, Spermacoce buckleyi, Spermacoce burmanni, Spermacoce capillaris, Spermacoce capitata, Spermacoce cassuangensis, Spermacoce cataractarum, Spermacoce chaetocephala, Spermacoce chartensis, Spermacoce clinopodioides, Spermacoce confertifolia, Spermacoce confusa, Spermacoce congensis, Spermacoce cristulata, Spermacoce cupularis, Spermacoce dasycephala, Spermacoce debilis, Spermacoce decipiens, Spermacoce decurrens, Spermacoce delicatula,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-193424: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.