Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
313083

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) J.-P.Lebrun & Stork

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39: 778 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312415

Common Names

  • Filifolia Spermacoce
  • Filifolia's Spermacoce
  • Filifolia Spermacoce

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Synonyms

  • Octodon filifolius Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Spermacoce filifolia Perr. & Lepr. ex DC. [invalid]
  • Borreria filifolia K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce filifolia (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in moist habitats such as wetlands, marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Spermacoce filifolia are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce filifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Spermacoce filifolia

Spermacoce filifolia is native to the Caribbean, South America, and Central America.

Spermacoce filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce filifolia?

Spermacoce filifolia

What are the common names for Spermacoce filifolia?

Thread-leaved False Buttonweed, Thread-leaved False Pimpernel

What are the characteristics of Spermacoce filifolia?

It is an annual herb with small white flowers and thread-like, 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-193553: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Jean-Pierre Lebrun (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Lebrun' in the authors string.
Adélaïde Louise Stork (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stork' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.