Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bacopoides
ID:
75069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm. & Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 253 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074398

Common Names

  • Bacopoides Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia Bacopoides

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Synonyms

  • Senecio bacopoides Greenm. & Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia bacopoides (also called Bacopa-like Pentacalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia bacopoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. Its leaves can be used as a natural insect repellent and its flowers can be used to make a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia bacopoides has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia bacopoides is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pentacalia bacopoides

Pentacalia bacopoides can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Pentacalia bacopoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia bacopoides?

Pentacalia bacopoides

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia bacopoides?

Pentacalia bacopoides is native to South America.

What are the common uses of Pentacalia bacopoides?

Pentacalia bacopoides is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Pentacalia genus

Pentacalia decomposita, Pentacalia albotecta, Pentacalia ptariana, Pentacalia campii, Pentacalia rugosa, Pentacalia hillii, Pentacalia cazaletii, Pentacalia uribei, Pentacalia imbricatifolia, Pentacalia tarapotensis, Pentacalia venturae, Pentacalia epiphytica, Pentacalia pleniaurita, Pentacalia veleziae, Pentacalia carmelana, Pentacalia sevillana, Pentacalia lindenii, Pentacalia retroflexa, Pentacalia pailasensis, Pentacalia ellipticifolia, Pentacalia cadiriensis, Pentacalia balsasana, Pentacalia lucidissima, Pentacalia psidiifolia, Pentacalia jelskii, Pentacalia arborea, Pentacalia floccosa, Pentacalia haticoensis, Pentacalia carchiensis, Pentacalia purpurivenosa, Pentacalia subdiscolor, Pentacalia huamaliensis, Pentacalia oronocensis, Pentacalia aclydiphylla, Pentacalia apiculata, Pentacalia ucumariana, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia phanerandra, Pentacalia amplexicaulis, Pentacalia scitophylla, Pentacalia marinii, Pentacalia millei, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia miguelii, Pentacalia trianae, Pentacalia stergiosii, Pentacalia teretifolia, Pentacalia tonduzii, Pentacalia urbanii, Pentacalia supernitens,

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-31120: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.