Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
latituba
ID:
313196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30: 304 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312528

Common Names

  • Latituba Buttonweed
  • Latituba False Buttonweed
  • Latituba Dwarf Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Borreria latituba K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce latituba (also called broad-tubed 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 latituba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce latituba is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce latituba is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Spermacoce latituba

Spermacoce latituba can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Spermacoce latituba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce latituba?

Spermacoce latituba

What is the common name of Spermacoce latituba?

Broadleaf False Buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce latituba?

Sandy soils, coastal areas, disturbed sites, and roadsides

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-193658: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.