Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
longespicata
ID:
315581

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pohl) S.Atkins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 60: 229 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314913



Common Names

  • Longespicata Vervain
  • Longespicata Snakeweed
  • Longespicata False Vervain


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Description

Stachytarpheta longespicata (also called Long-spiked Vervain, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Stachytarpheta longespicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stachytarpheta longespicata var. parvifolia (Moldenke) S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longespicata var. andersonii (Moldenke) S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longespicata sub. brevibracteata (Moldenke) S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longespicata var. longipedicellata (Moldenke) S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longispicata sub. longispicata
Stachytarpheta longespicata sub. ratteri S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longespicata sub. minasensis S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longispicata sub. minasensis S.Atkins
Stachytarpheta longispicata sub. ratteri S.Atkins

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stachytarpheta longespicata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachytarpheta longespicata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Stachytarpheta longespicata

Stachytarpheta longespicata can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Stachytarpheta longespicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachytarpheta longespicata?

Stachytarpheta longespicata

What is the common name of Stachytarpheta longespicata?

Long-spiked Vervain

Where does Stachytarpheta longespicata grow?

Stachytarpheta longespicata is native to Mexico and Central America

Species in the Stachytarpheta genus

Stachytarpheta abortiva, Stachytarpheta acuminata, Stachytarpheta adulterina, Stachytarpheta ajugifolia, Stachytarpheta albiflora, Stachytarpheta almasensis, Stachytarpheta amplexicaulis, Stachytarpheta andersonii, Stachytarpheta angolensis, Stachytarpheta bicolor, Stachytarpheta boldinghii, Stachytarpheta brasiliensis, Stachytarpheta cajamarcensis, Stachytarpheta calderonii, Stachytarpheta candida, Stachytarpheta canescens, Stachytarpheta cayennensis, Stachytarpheta cearensis, Stachytarpheta coccinea, Stachytarpheta commutata, Stachytarpheta confertifolia, Stachytarpheta crassifolia, Stachytarpheta debilis, Stachytarpheta diamantinensis, Stachytarpheta discolor, Stachytarpheta elegans, Stachytarpheta frantzii, Stachytarpheta friedrichsthalii, Stachytarpheta froesii, Stachytarpheta fruticosa, Stachytarpheta gesnerioides, Stachytarpheta glabra, Stachytarpheta glauca, Stachytarpheta gracilis, Stachytarpheta hassleri, Stachytarpheta hintonii, Stachytarpheta hirsutissima, Stachytarpheta hispida, Stachytarpheta hybrida, Stachytarpheta indica, Stachytarpheta integrifolia, Stachytarpheta intercedens, Stachytarpheta jamaicensis, Stachytarpheta lacunosa, Stachytarpheta lanata, Stachytarpheta linearis, Stachytarpheta longiflora, Stachytarpheta longespicata, Stachytarpheta lopez-palacii, Stachytarpheta luisana,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Johann Baptist Emanuel Pohl (1782-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pohl' in the authors string.
Sandy Atkins (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Atkins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77068572-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].