Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chachapoyensis
ID:
28704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 245 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028033



Common Names

  • Pentacalia Chachapoyensis
  • Chachapoyas Pentacalia
  • Chachapoyas Five-petal Daisy


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Description

Pentacalia chachapoyensis (also called 'Chachapoyas Pentacalia', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia chachapoyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food for livestock, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia chachapoyensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia chachapoyensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Pentacalia chachapoyensis

Pentacalia chachapoyensis is native to South America and can be found in Peru and Ecuador.

Pentacalia chachapoyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia chachapoyensis?

Pentacalia chachapoyensis

What is the common name of Pentacalia chachapoyensis?

Chachapoyas Pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia chachapoyensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands

Species in the Pentacalia genus

Pentacalia decomposita, Pentacalia albotecta, Pentacalia ptariana, Pentacalia campii, Pentacalia rugosa, Pentacalia hillii, Pentacalia cazaletii, Pentacalia uribei, Pentacalia imbricatifolia, Pentacalia tarapotensis, Pentacalia venturae, Pentacalia epiphytica, Pentacalia pleniaurita, Pentacalia veleziae, Pentacalia carmelana, Pentacalia sevillana, Pentacalia lindenii, Pentacalia retroflexa, Pentacalia pailasensis, Pentacalia ellipticifolia, Pentacalia cadiriensis, Pentacalia balsasana, Pentacalia lucidissima, Pentacalia psidiifolia, Pentacalia jelskii, Pentacalia arborea, Pentacalia floccosa, Pentacalia haticoensis, Pentacalia carchiensis, Pentacalia purpurivenosa, Pentacalia subdiscolor, Pentacalia huamaliensis, Pentacalia oronocensis, Pentacalia aclydiphylla, Pentacalia apiculata, Pentacalia ucumariana, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia phanerandra, Pentacalia amplexicaulis, Pentacalia scitophylla, Pentacalia marinii, Pentacalia millei, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia miguelii, Pentacalia trianae, Pentacalia stergiosii, Pentacalia teretifolia, Pentacalia tonduzii, Pentacalia urbanii, Pentacalia supernitens,

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:187910-2: Based on the initial data import