Pentzia quinquefida - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quinquefida
ID:
25815
Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 266 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025144
Common Names
- Pentzia quinquefida
- Pentzia
- Quinquefida
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- Pentzia quinquefida quinquefida [unknown]
- Cotula quinquefida Thunb. [unknown]
Description
Pentzia quinquefida (also called 'Five-lobed Pentzia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and five-lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pentzia quinquefida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pentzia quinquefida is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with small, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentzia quinquefida is a perennial herb which can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring.
Where to Find Pentzia quinquefida
Pentzia quinquefida is native to South America. It is found in moist forests, at elevations of up to 1,300 meters.
Pentzia quinquefida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentzia quinquefida?
Pentzia quinquefida
What is the common name of Pentzia quinquefida?
Five-lobed pentzia
What is the natural habitat of Pentzia quinquefida?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.
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-124288: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.