Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
odorata
ID:
139683

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & G.P.Méndez

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 22: 188, fig. (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139012



Common Names

  • Fragrant Pentacalia
  • Fragrant Five-petal Daisy
  • Fragrant Pentacalia Daisy


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Description

Pentacalia odorata (also called Fragrant pentacalia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America, specifically Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands, reaching heights of up to 0.5 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia odorata has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia odorata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Pentacalia odorata

Pentacalia odorata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Pentacalia odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia odorata?

Pentacalia odorata

What is the common name of Pentacalia odorata?

Fragrant Pentacalia

What is the family of Pentacalia odorata?

Asteraceae

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-99630: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Gina Paola Méndez (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Méndez' in the authors string.