Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
313252

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Hist. Fis. Cuba, Bot. 11: 29 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312584

Common Names

  • Microcephala False Buttonweed
  • Microcephala Small Buttonweed
  • Microcephala Buttonweed

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Description

Spermacoce microcephala (also called small-headed false buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce microcephala is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce microcephala 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 microcephala

Spermacoce microcephala is native to the Caribbean.

Spermacoce microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce microcephala?

Spermacoce microcephala

What is the common name of Spermacoce microcephala?

Small-headed False Buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce microcephala?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Africa.

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-193708: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.