Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
71653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 251 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070982



Common Names

  • Wurdack's Pentacalia
  • Wurdack's Five-petal Daisy
  • Wurdack's Five-petal Sunflower


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Description

Pentacalia wurdackii (also called Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of South America. It has elliptic leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in the understory of tropical forests and is found in Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia wurdackii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at the end. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia wurdackii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it should be spaced at least 1 m apart. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the plant.

Where to Find Pentacalia wurdackii

Pentacalia wurdackii is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pentacalia wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia wurdackii?

Pentacalia wurdackii

What is the common name of Pentacalia wurdackii?

Wurdack's Pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia wurdackii?

Dry, rocky slopes

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-27772: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.