Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
313344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane : 58 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312676

Common Names

  • Prostrate False Buttonweed
  • Prostrate False Buttonweed
  • Prostrate False Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Mitracarpus puberulus Benth. [valid]
  • Spermacoce cephalophora Rusby [valid]
  • Spermacoce domingensis C.Wright [valid]
  • Spermacoce gracilis Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
  • Spermacoce heterophylla (Brandegee) Govaerts [valid]
  • Spermacoce parviflora Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Spermacoce patula Hemsl. [valid]
  • Spermacoce ramisparsa Pohl ex DC. [unknown]
  • Spermacoce rotata Poit. ex Roem. & Schult. [valid]
  • Borreria domingensis Griseb. [valid]
  • Borreria heterophylla Brandegee [valid]
  • Borreria micrantha Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Borreria microphylla DC. [valid]
  • Borreria ocymoides bisepala (Bremek.) Steyerm. [valid]
  • Borreria ocymoides bisepala Bremek. [valid]
  • Borreria ocymoides minima Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Borreria ocymoides tenuis Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Borreria parviflora G.Mey. [valid]
  • Borreria patula M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Borreria prostrata Miq. [valid]
  • Borreria ramisparsa DC. [valid]
  • Borreria tampicana DC. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce prostrata (also called Prostrate 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 prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions and wounds. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spermacoce prostrata has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce prostrata 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 prostrata

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

Spermacoce prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce prostrata?

Spermacoce prostrata

What is the common name of Spermacoce prostrata?

Prostrate false buttonweed

Where is Spermacoce prostrata found?

Spermacoce prostrata 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,