Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
maculatus
ID:
313655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(6): 356. 1889 [15 Jun 1889]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312987

Common Names

  • Sphinctanthus maculatus
  • Spotted False Buttonweed
  • Spotted False-Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Sphinctanthus maculatus macrophylla K.Schum. [valid]
  • Tocoyena amazonica Standl. [valid]

Description

Sphinctanthus maculatus (also called Maculatus False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has small white flowers with 4 petals and grows in sandy soils. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America and is found in dry and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sphinctanthus maculatus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphinctanthus maculatus is a yellow, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphinctanthus maculatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Sphinctanthus maculatus

Sphinctanthus maculatus can be found in tropical forests in South and Central America.

Sphinctanthus maculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphinctanthus maculatus?

Sphinctanthus maculatus

What is the common name of Sphinctanthus maculatus?

Maculatus

What is the natural habitat of Sphinctanthus maculatus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

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-194095: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.