Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
andrieuxii
ID:
267468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) B.F.Hansen & Wunderlin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Taxon 35: 168 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266800

Common Names

  • Pentalinon andrieuxii
  • Andrieuxii Pentalinon
  • Andrieuxii Five-petal

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Synonyms

  • Urechites andrieuxii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites cupuliferus L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Echites cupulifer L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Pentalinon andrieuxii (also called Pentalinon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentalinon andrieuxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentalinon andrieuxii has yellow flowers with five petals that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentalinon andrieuxii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pentalinon andrieuxii

Pentalinon andrieuxii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Pentalinon andrieuxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentalinon andrieuxii?

Pentalinon andrieuxii

What is the common name of Pentalinon andrieuxii?

Andrieux's Pentalinon

What is the natural habitat of Pentalinon andrieuxii?

Dry forests

Species in the Pentalinon genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149823: Based on the initial data import
Richard P. Wunderlin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wunderlin' in the authors string.
Bruce Frederick Hansen (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.F.Hansen' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.