Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
312969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Correll) R.A.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 287 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312301

Common Names

  • Spermacoce Capillaris
  • Hairy Spermacoce
  • Hairy False Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Borreria capillaris Correll [valid]

Description

Spermacoce capillaris (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 capillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and to control soil erosion. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce capillaris is white and tubular, with four petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce capillaris is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil.

Where to Find Spermacoce capillaris

Spermacoce capillaris is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Spermacoce capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce capillaris?

Spermacoce capillaris

What is the common name of Spermacoce capillaris?

Hairy false buttonweed

What is the family of Spermacoce capillaris?

Rubiaceae

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-193447: Based on the initial data import
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.
Donovan Stewart Correll (1908-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Correll' in the authors string.