Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
beckii
ID:
140007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 314 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139336

Common Names

  • Beck's Pentacalia
  • Beck's Pentacle
  • Beck's Pentacalia-bush

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Description

Pentacalia beckii (also called Becks pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia beckii is a shrub that can be used as a decorative hedge or border plant. It has bright yellow flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it a good choice for xeriscaping. It also attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia beckii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia beckii is a perennial herb native to the Andes of Peru. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Pentacalia beckii

Pentacalia beckii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as deserts and prairies.

Pentacalia beckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia beckii?

Pentacalia beckii

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia beckii?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

What are the common names of Pentacalia beckii?

Beck's Pentacalia

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-99939: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.