Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
delicatula
ID:
313029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.L.Cabral) Delprete

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1: 1025 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312361

Common Names

  • Delicatula False Buttonweed
  • Delicatula Buttonweed
  • Delicatula False Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Borreria delicatula E.L.Cabral [valid]
  • Borreria filiformis E.L.Cabral [unknown]

Description

Spermacoce delicatula (also called Delicate False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australia. It is found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce delicatula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce delicatula is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce delicatula is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It has a short stem and a spreading habit. The leaves are opposite, lanceolate to ovate, and up to 5 cm long. The flowers are small, white, and borne in clusters at the ends of the stems. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Spermacoce delicatula

Spermacoce delicatula is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula.

Spermacoce delicatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce delicatula?

Spermacoce delicatula

What are the common names for Spermacoce delicatula?

Delicate False Buttonweed, Delicate False Pimpernel

What are the characteristics of Spermacoce delicatula?

It is an annual herb with small white flowers and delicate, linear leaves.

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-193501: Based on the initial data import
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.