Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
desiderabilis
ID:
94479

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 52: 164 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093808



Common Names

  • Desiderable Pentacalia
  • Desiderable Five-Ray
  • Desiderable Five-Lobe


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Description

Pentacalia desiderabilis (also called Desirable Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is found in disturbed sites, open woods, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia desiderabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee forage plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia desiderabilis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia desiderabilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to divide the root system in the spring or fall for best results.

Where to Find Pentacalia desiderabilis

Pentacalia desiderabilis is native to South America and can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Pentacalia desiderabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia desiderabilis?

Pentacalia desiderabilis

What are the common names of Pentacalia desiderabilis?

Desirable pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia desiderabilis?

It is native to Peru

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-50020: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.