Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
napoensis
ID:
136203

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 289 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135532

Common Names

  • Napo Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia
  • Napo Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia napoensis (also called Napo pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Amazon rainforest. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia napoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia napoensis is a small, yellow-orange disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia napoensis is a shrub native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Pentacalia napoensis

Pentacalia napoensis is found in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador and Peru.

Pentacalia napoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia napoensis?

Pentacalia napoensis

What is the common name of Pentacalia napoensis?

Napo pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia napoensis?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305622-2: Based on the initial data import