Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
senensis
ID:
313406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 236 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312738

Common Names

  • Senegalese False Buttonweed
  • Senegalese False Pimpernel
  • Senegalese False Hedge-Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Mitracarpus dregeanus E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Spermacoce dregeana Kuntze [valid]
  • Borreria rhodesica Suess. [valid]
  • Borreria senensis K.Schum. [valid]
  • Borreria squarrosa Schinz [valid]
  • Borreria stolzii K.Krause [valid]
  • Diodia benguellensis Hiern [valid]
  • Diodia senensis Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Spermacoce senensis (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka. It grows in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce senensis has been used as an astringent, antiseptic, and diuretic. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce senensis is white with a yellow center and has four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce senensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Spermacoce senensis

Spermacoce senensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Spermacoce senensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce senensis?

Spermacoce senensis

What is the common name of Spermacoce senensis?

Senegalese false buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce senensis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas

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-193854: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.