Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
velascoana
ID:
1416245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.L.Cabral, R.M.Salas & J.D.Soto) Govaerts

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Skvortsovia 4(3): 96. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428710

Common Names

  • Spermacoce velascoana
  • Velascoana Spermacoce
  • Spermacoce

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Description

Spermacoce velascoana (also called False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce velascoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Spermacoce velascoana are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce velascoana is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-5 feet (1-1.5 m). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the same soil.

Where to Find Spermacoce velascoana

Spermacoce velascoana is native to Colombia and can be found in wet forests and along streams.

Spermacoce velascoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce velascoana?

Spermacoce velascoana

Where is Spermacoce velascoana native to?

South America

What is the growth habit of Spermacoce velascoana?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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

Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.
Roberto M. Salas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Salas' in the authors string.
José D. Soto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.D.Soto' in the authors string.