Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pilulifera
ID:
313326

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) I.M.Turner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6: 222 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312658

Common Names

  • Pill-bearing False Buttonweed
  • Pill-bearing False Pimpernel
  • Pill-bearing False Hedge-nettle

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Synonyms

  • Borreria pilulifera Ridl. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce pilulifera (also called Pill-bearing False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 16 inches tall. It has small, white flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and hairy. It is native to tropical Africa and the West Indies, and it grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce pilulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce pilulifera is small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and erect.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce pilulifera 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 pilulifera

Spermacoce pilulifera is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Spermacoce pilulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce pilulifera?

Spermacoce pilulifera

What is the common name of Spermacoce pilulifera?

Pill-bearing false buttonweed

Where is Spermacoce pilulifera found?

Spermacoce pilulifera 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-193779: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.