Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
keyensis
ID:
313171

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Fl. Florida Keys : 141 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312503

Common Names

  • Key False Buttonweed
  • Key Buttonweed
  • Key False Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Spermacoce floridana Urb. [valid]
  • Spermacoce tenuior floridana (Urb.) R.W.Long [valid]

Description

Spermacoce keyensis (also called Key false buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Rubiaceae family. It has small white flowers and is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce keyensis 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

Spermacoce keyensis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce keyensis 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 keyensis

Spermacoce keyensis can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Spermacoce keyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce keyensis?

Spermacoce keyensis

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce keyensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What are the medicinal uses of Spermacoce keyensis?

It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments

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,

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