Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
313106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 82 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312438

Common Names

  • Glabra Spermacoce
  • Glabra's Spermacoce
  • Glabra Spermacoce

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Synonyms

  • Spermacoceodes glabrum (Michx.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Spermacoce glabra (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 glabra is a popular ornamental plant that is known for its vibrant colors and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and is known to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spermacoce glabra has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce glabra is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or early summer and planting in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Spermacoce glabra

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

Spermacoce glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce glabra?

Spermacoce glabra

What is the family of Spermacoce glabra?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Spermacoce glabra?

Smooth False Buttonweed

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-193575: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.