Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
dibrachiata
ID:
313034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 29: 87 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312366

Common Names

  • Dibrachiata False Buttonweed
  • Dibrachiata Buttonweed
  • Dibrachiata False Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Pentas involucrata Baker [valid]
  • Tardavel dibrachiata Hiern [valid]
  • Borreria dibrachiata (Oliv.) K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce dibrachiata (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb with white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce dibrachiata 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 dibrachiata 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 dibrachiata 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 dibrachiata

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

Spermacoce dibrachiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce dibrachiata?

Spermacoce dibrachiata

What are the common names for Spermacoce dibrachiata?

Two-branched False Buttonweed, Two-branched False Pimpernel

What are the characteristics of Spermacoce dibrachiata?

It is an annual herb with small white flowers and two-branched, 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-193506: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.