Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob. & Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 301 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094338
Common Names
- Lewis' Pentacalia
- Lewis' Five-petal
- Lewis' Five-petalled
Description
Pentacalia lewisii (also called Lewis's Pentacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It has an upright form and can reach up to 2 m in height. It grows in open woodlands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pentacalia lewisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for decoration and its leaves are used for making tea. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentacalia lewisii has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pentacalia lewisii is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Pentacalia lewisii
Pentacalia lewisii is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.
Pentacalia lewisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentacalia lewisii?
Pentacalia lewisii
What are the common uses of Pentacalia lewisii?
Pentacalia lewisii is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin disorders and wounds.
What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia lewisii?
Pentacalia lewisii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
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,