Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sailapatensis
ID:
117751

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 249 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117080



Common Names

  • Sailapata Daisy
  • Sailapata
  • Pentacalia


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Synonyms

  • Senecio sailapatensis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia sailapatensis (also called Sailapata's Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes. It is an annual herb, with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem up to 60 cm tall. The leaves are pinnately divided, and the flowers are yellow and borne in a capitulum.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia sailapatensis is a medicinal plant native to South America. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, stomach problems, and skin infections. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia sailapatensis has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia sailapatensis is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Pentacalia sailapatensis

Pentacalia sailapatensis is native to Peru and can be found in dry areas, such as hillsides and rocky areas.

Pentacalia sailapatensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia sailapatensis?

Pentacalia sailapatensis

What is the family of Pentacalia sailapatensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pentacalia sailapatensis?

Sailapatensis

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-78452: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.