Pentzia argentea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
44892
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1916: 245 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044221
Common Names
- Argentea Pentzia
- Argentea Pentzia Daisy
- Silver Pentzia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pentzia argentea (also called silver pentzia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pentzia argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pentzia argentea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentzia argentea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay. It is drought tolerant once established. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Pentzia argentea
Pentzia argentea is found in the Mediterranean region.
Pentzia argentea FAQ
What type of plant is Pentzia argentea?
Pentzia argentea is an evergreen shrub
What is the flowering period of Pentzia argentea?
The flowering period of Pentzia argentea is from April to June
What is the optimal soil type for Pentzia argentea?
Pentzia argentea prefers well-drained, sandy soils
Species in the Pentzia genus
Pentzia spinescens, Pentzia calcarea, Pentzia incana, Pentzia sphaerocephala, Pentzia somalensis, Pentzia lanata, Pentzia laxa, Pentzia viridis, Pentzia eenii, Pentzia quinquefida, Pentzia peduncularis, Pentzia bolusii, Pentzia monodiana, Pentzia argentea, Pentzia tortuosa, Pentzia globosa, Pentzia punctata, Pentzia calva, Pentzia elegans, Pentzia monocephala, Pentzia nana, Pentzia dentata, Pentzia arabica, Pentzia pinnatisecta, Pentzia hesperidum, Pentzia cooperi, Pentzia tomentosa, Pentzia trifida, Pentzia oppositifolia, Pentzia limnophila, Pentzia stellata,
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-142775: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.