Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jalcana
ID:
129277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 247 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128606



Common Names

  • Jalca Pentacalia
  • Jalca Pentacalia Flower
  • Jalca Pentacalia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Senecio jalcanus Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia jalcana (also called Jalca Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–2 m, and has linear leaves with a length of 2–10 cm. The plant is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia jalcana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for medicinal purposes to treat gastrointestinal and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia jalcana has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia jalcana is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation can also be done by cuttings taken from the stems or by division of the root clump.

Where to Find Pentacalia jalcana

Pentacalia jalcana is native to Chile. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Pentacalia jalcana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia jalcana?

Pentacalia jalcana

What is the family of Pentacalia jalcana?

Asteraceae

Where is Pentacalia jalcana found?

It is found in the western Andes of Colombia

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-89579: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.