Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
inaguensis
ID:
313152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) R.A.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 287 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312484

Common Names

  • Inaguensis False Buttonweed
  • Inaguensis Buttonweed
  • Inaguensis False Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Borreria inaguensis ( ex Britton & Millsp.) Britton [unknown]

Description

Spermacoce inaguensis (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce inaguensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce inaguensis is white and small, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce inaguensis is a low-growing, spreading perennial herb that typically grows to 10-20 cm tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.

Where to Find Spermacoce inaguensis

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

Spermacoce inaguensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce inaguensis?

Spermacoce inaguensis

What is the family of Spermacoce inaguensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Spermacoce inaguensis?

Inagua 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-193616: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.