Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
encanoana
ID:
91437

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & G.P.Méndez

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 22: 190, fig. (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090766

Common Names

  • Encanoana Pentacalia
  • Encanoana Pentacalia
  • Encanoana Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia encanoana (also called Encano's Pentacalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia encanoana is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces a beautiful yellow flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia encanoana has yellow flowers, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia encanoana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pentacalia encanoana

Pentacalia encanoana is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Pentacalia encanoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia encanoana?

Pentacalia encanoana

What is the family of Pentacalia encanoana?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Pentacalia encanoana?

South America

What is the habitat of Pentacalia encanoana?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Pentacalia encanoana?

April to October

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-4705: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Gina Paola Méndez (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Méndez' in the authors string.