Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
octodon
ID:
313287

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hepper) Hakki

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Englera 4: 435 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312619



Common Names

  • Octodon False Buttonweed
  • Octodon Small Buttonweed
  • Octodon Buttonweed


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Synonyms

  • Octodon setosus Hiern [valid]
  • Borreria miegei Assémien [valid]
  • Borreria octodon Hepper [valid]
  • Borreria setosa K.Schum. [illegitimate]

Description

Spermacoce octodon (also called Eight-toothed Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows in sandy, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Spermacoce octodon 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spermacoce octodon is white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spermacoce octodon can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Spermacoce octodon

Spermacoce octodon is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico and the Caribbean to Argentina.

Spermacoce octodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spermacoce octodon?

Spermacoce octodon

What is the common name of Spermacoce octodon?

Octodon False Buttonweed

What is the natural habitat of Spermacoce octodon?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Africa.

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-193740: Based on the initial data import
Frank Nigel Hepper (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hepper' in the authors string.
Madjit Ismail Hakki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hakki' in the authors string.