Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
matagalpensis
ID:
125748

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 40: 43 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125077

Common Names

  • Pentacalia matagalpensis
  • Matagalpensis Pentacalia
  • Matagalpensis Five-petal Daisy

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Description

Pentacalia matagalpensis (also called Matagalpa Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It typically grows in open areas, such as pastures, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has small, ovate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia matagalpensis is used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia matagalpensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with long, thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia matagalpensis is a shrub that is propagated by cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry soils. It can be propagated by seed, but the seedlings are slow to establish and may take several years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Pentacalia matagalpensis

Pentacalia matagalpensis is native to Central America.

Pentacalia matagalpensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia matagalpensis?

Pentacalia matagalpensis

What is the common name of Pentacalia matagalpensis?

Matagalpa Pentacalia

Where does Pentacalia matagalpensis grow?

Pentacalia matagalpensis is native to Central 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,

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