Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
subvulgata
ID:
313449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Garcia

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser. 6: 49 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312781

Common Names

  • Common False Buttonweed
  • Common False Pimpernel
  • Common False Hedge-Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Borreria subvulgata K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Spermacoce subvulgata (also called Common False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a low-growing, spreading herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows in moist, sunny habitats, such as along roadsides, in fields, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce subvulgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Spermacoce subvulgata var. subvulgata
Spermacoce subvulgata var. quadrisepala Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce subvulgata is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce subvulgata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Spermacoce subvulgata

Spermacoce subvulgata is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Spermacoce subvulgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce subvulgata?

Spermacoce subvulgata

What is the common name of Spermacoce subvulgata?

Common name of Spermacoce subvulgata

What is the family of Spermacoce subvulgata?

Rubiaceae

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,

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