Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
haitiensis
ID:
313242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 20: 154 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312574



Common Names

  • Haitiensis Buttonweed
  • Haitiensis False Buttonweed
  • Haitiensis Dwarf Buttonweed


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Description

Acidoton haitiensis (also called Haiti Spermacoce, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Haiti. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, open areas. It is a member of the Rubiaceae family.

Uses & Benefits

Acidoton haitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acidoton haitiensis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acidoton haitiensis is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or early summer and planting in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Acidoton haitiensis

Acidoton haitiensis is native to Haiti.

Acidoton haitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acidoton haitiensis?

Acidoton haitiensis

What is the natural habitat of Acidoton haitiensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What are the medicinal uses of Acidoton haitiensis?

It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1937: Based on the initial data import
Henri Alain Liogier (1916-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alain' in the authors string.