Spermacoce dasycephala
False Buttonweed
Also known as: Borreria advena Fisch. & C.A.Mey. +2 more
- Borreria advena Fisch. & C.A.Mey.
- Borreria dasycephala (Cham. & Schltdl.) Bacigalupo & E.L.Cabral
- Diodia dasycephala Cham. & Schltdl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Rubiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Spermacoce dasycephala (commonly known as False buttonweed) is a herbaceous perennial within the Rubiaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil North, Brazil Northeast, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Cape Provinces