Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
robertii
ID:
45988

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & Obando

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 27(103): 176 (178; fig. 3) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045317



Common Names

  • Robert's Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia
  • Robertii


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Description

Pentacalia robertii (also called Robert's pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia robertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia robertii is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia robertii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pentacalia robertii

Pentacalia robertii can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pentacalia robertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia robertii?

Pentacalia robertii

What type of plant is Pentacalia robertii?

Shrub

What is the common name of Pentacalia robertii?

Robert's 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143828: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Sandra Obando (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Obando' in the authors string.