Pentacalia dictyophlebia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dictyophlebia
ID:
128771
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greenm.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 245 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128100
Common Names
- Pentacalia dictyophlebia
- Net-veined Pentacalia
- Net-veined Five-petal
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pentacalia dictyophlebia (also called 'Dictyophlebia Pentacalia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and other dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pentacalia dictyophlebia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentacalia dictyophlebia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black, and have a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentacalia dictyophlebia can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Division in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.
Where to Find Pentacalia dictyophlebia
Pentacalia dictyophlebia is native to the Andes Mountains of South America and can be found in countries such as Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Pentacalia dictyophlebia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentacalia dictyophlebia?
Pentacalia dictyophlebia
What is the common name of Pentacalia dictyophlebia?
Net-veined Pentacalia
What is the habitat of Pentacalia dictyophlebia?
It is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in the mountains of South America
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-89090: 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.