Spermacoce phyteumoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phyteumoides
ID:
313322
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30: 308 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312654
Common Names
- Phyteumoides False Buttonweed
- Phyteumoides False Pimpernel
- Phyteumoides False Hedge-nettle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Spermacoce phyteumoides (also called Phyteumoides Spermacoce, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, open areas. It is a member of the Rubiaceae family.
Uses & Benefits
Spermacoce phyteumoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Spermacoce phyteumoides var. phyteumoidesSpermacoce phyteumoides var. caerulea Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spermacoce phyteumoides is small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and erect.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Spermacoce phyteumoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Spermacoce phyteumoides
Spermacoce phyteumoides is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.
Spermacoce phyteumoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spermacoce phyteumoides?
Spermacoce phyteumoides
What is the common name of Spermacoce phyteumoides?
Phyteuma-like false buttonweed
Where is Spermacoce phyteumoides found?
Spermacoce phyteumoides is found in tropical 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-193774: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.