Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
313230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinw. ex Korth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ned. Kruidk. Arch. 2(2): 269 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312562

Common Names

  • Macrantha Buttonweed
  • Macrantha False Buttonweed
  • Macrantha Dwarf Buttonweed

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Description

Spermacoce macrantha (also called Largeflower False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small white flowers and grows in wet areas such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce macrantha is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spermacoce macrantha 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 macrantha 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 macrantha

Spermacoce macrantha can be found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Spermacoce macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce macrantha?

Spermacoce macrantha

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce macrantha?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What are the medicinal uses of Spermacoce macrantha?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-193689: Based on the initial data import
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.