Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oronocensis
ID:
24974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 248 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024303

Common Names

  • Oronoco Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia Oronocensis
  • Oronocensis Pentacalia

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Synonyms

  • Senecio oronocensis DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio cuzcoensis Cabrera [unknown]
  • Senecio ramonii Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio baccharidiflorus Rusby [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia oronocensis (also called Oronoco pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Venezuela. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry and moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia oronocensis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of food for animals. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia oronocensis is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, brown and has a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have a diameter of about 0.5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia oronocensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in the spring or fall. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pentacalia oronocensis

Pentacalia oronocensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.

Pentacalia oronocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia oronocensis?

Pentacalia oronocensis

What is the common name of Pentacalia oronocensis?

Oronocensis

Where is Pentacalia oronocensis found?

South 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-123483: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.