Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
marinii
ID:
29918

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 248 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029247

Common Names

  • Pentacalia
  • Marin's Daisy
  • Marin Daisy

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Description

Pentacalia marinii (also called Marin's Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a dense, rounded habit and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia marinii is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia marinii is yellow, with a tubular corolla and four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia marinii is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pentacalia marinii

Pentacalia marinii is native to Mexico and can be found in areas such as the Yucatan Peninsula.

Pentacalia marinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia marinii?

Pentacalia marinii

What is the native range of Pentacalia marinii?

Central America

What type of soil does Pentacalia marinii prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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-128268: 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.