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Spermacoce alata

Borreria, Broadleaf Buttonweed
Other regional names: Winged False Buttonweed
  • Winged False Buttonweed
Also known as: Bigelovia elata Bartl. ex DC. +1 more
  • Bigelovia elata Bartl. ex DC.
  • Borreria alata (Aubl.) DC.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or subshrub.

Spermacoce alata (commonly known as Borreria or Broadleaf Buttonweed) is a herbaceous perennial or shrub belonging to the Rubiaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Spermacoce, which contains over 250 distinct species.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Unclassified

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil North, Brazil West-Central, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Surinam, Venezuela

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