Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
huaoranica
ID:
1245337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorr & C.Bayer

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 51(2): 143. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244675



Common Names

  • Pentaplaris huaoranica
  • Huaoranica Pentaplaris
  • Pentaplaris


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Description

Pentaplaris huaoranica (also called Huaoranica Pentaplaris, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin.

Uses & Benefits

Pentaplaris huaoranica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentaplaris huaoranica has small, yellow flowers with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentaplaris huaoranica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate drought and is rarely affected by pests or diseases.

Where to Find Pentaplaris huaoranica

Pentaplaris huaoranica is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pentaplaris huaoranica FAQ

What are the common names of Pentaplaris huaoranica?

Huaoranica Pentaplaris

What is the growth habit of Pentaplaris huaoranica?

It is an erect, clump-forming perennial.

What is the best soil type for Pentaplaris huaoranica?

It prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50129690: Based on the initial data import
Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Clemens Bayer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Bayer' in the authors string.