Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
139703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 170 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139032



Common Names

  • Fragile Pentachaeta
  • Fragile Five-tooth
  • Five-tooth


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Synonyms

  • Chaetopappa fragilis (Brandegee) D.D.Keck [unknown]

Description

Pentachaeta fragilis (also called Fragile Pentachaeta, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentachaeta fragilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders, skin conditions, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentachaeta fragilis has white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentachaeta fragilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Pentachaeta fragilis

Pentachaeta fragilis is native to California and is commonly found in dry, open grasslands and chaparral habitats.

Pentachaeta fragilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentachaeta fragilis?

Pentachaeta fragilis

What is the common name of Pentachaeta fragilis?

Fragile Pentachaeta

What is the family of Pentachaeta fragilis?

Asteraceae

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