Description
Pentacalia poeppigiana (also called Poeppigiana Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Chile and Argentina, and is found in dry, open woodlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pentacalia poeppigiana are small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are dark green with a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pentacalia poeppigiana is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist but not wet. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Pentacalia poeppigiana
Pentacalia poeppigiana can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.