Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
flocculidens
ID:
118452

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 254. 1981

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117781

Common Names

  • Pentacalia
  • Woolly Pentacalia
  • Fuzzy Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia flocculidens (also called Pentacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to South America. It is found in open, disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia flocculidens is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pogonatum subcucullatum is a small, yellowish-green spike, with a single spikelet at the tip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid structure, with a single seedling emerging from it. The seedling is a small, green, cylindrical structure, with a single leaf emerging from it.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia flocculidens is a perennial plant 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 should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Pentacalia flocculidens

Pentacalia flocculidens can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Pentacalia flocculidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia flocculidens?

Pentacalia flocculidens

What is the habitat of Pentacalia flocculidens?

Pentacalia flocculidens is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

What is the flowering period of Pentacalia flocculidens?

Pentacalia flocculidens flowers from June to August.

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-79133: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.