Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentagona
ID:
85255

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Koyama

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 35: 53 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084584



Common Names

  • Pentagona Camchaya
  • Five-angled Daisy
  • Five-angled Cudweed


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Description

Camchaya pentagona (also called 'Five-petalled Camchaya' and 'Five-petalled Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands and dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Camchaya pentagona is used as a natural dye, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camchaya pentagona has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camchaya pentagona is an annual herb native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Camchaya pentagona

Camchaya pentagona is native to Asia and can be found in Afghanistan, China, India, and Pakistan.

Camchaya pentagona FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Camchaya pentagona?

Camchaya pentagona is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

What are the medicinal uses of Camchaya pentagona?

Camchaya pentagona has traditionally been used to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

What is the growth habit of Camchaya pentagona?

Camchaya pentagona is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-41026: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshige Koyama (1937-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koyama' in the authors string.