Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
semiamplexicaule
ID:
1285105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.L.Cabral) Delprete

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1(2): 1028 2007

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284443

Common Names

  • Spermacoce semiamplexicaule
  • Semiamplexicaule Spermacoce
  • Semiamplexicaule Spiderling

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Description

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and South America. It has small white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, disturbed areas such as roadsides, fields, and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Spermacoce semiamplexicaule are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule is a hardy perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Spermacoce semiamplexicaule

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the countries of Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce semiamplexicaule?

Spermacoce semiamplexicaule

What is the common name of Spermacoce semiamplexicaule?

Semi-amplexicaul Spermacoce

Where is Spermacoce semiamplexicaule native to?

South America

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 tro-50323744: Based on the initial data import
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.