Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
phoenicea
ID:
476728

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 698 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476060



Common Names

  • Pentapetes phoenicea
  • Phoenicea Pentapetes
  • Phoenicea Tree


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Synonyms

  • Pentapetes angustifolia Blume [unknown]
  • Pentapetes cebuana Blanco [unknown]
  • Pentapetes coccinea Blanco [unknown]
  • Blattaria phoenicea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Brotera phoenicea (L.) Cav. [unknown]
  • Cavanilla phoenicea J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Dombeya phoenicea Cav. [unknown]
  • Eriorhaphe phoenicea (L.) Bamps [unknown]
  • Eriorhaphe punicea Miq. [unknown]

Description

Pentapetes phoenicea (also called Scarlet Pentapetes, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentapetes phoenicea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentapetes phoenicea has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentapetes phoenicea is a tropical evergreen shrub native to India and Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pentapetes phoenicea

Pentapetes phoenicea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Pentapetes phoenicea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentapetes phoenicea?

Pentapetes phoenicea

What is the common name of Pentapetes phoenicea?

Scarlet Pentapetes

What is the distribution of Pentapetes phoenicea?

Pentapetes phoenicea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Pentapetes genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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