Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
poyasensis
ID:
96664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 249 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095993



Common Names

  • Pentacalia poyasensis
  • Poyas Pentacalia
  • Poyas' Pentacalia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio poyasensis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia poyasensis (also called Poyas' Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia poyasensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal herb to treat skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia poyasensis has yellow, daisy-like flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia poyasensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Pentacalia poyasensis

Pentacalia poyasensis is native to Peru and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pentacalia poyasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia poyasensis?

Pentacalia poyasensis

What is the family of Pentacalia poyasensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pentacalia poyasensis?

Poyas' Pentacalia

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,