Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
riotintis
ID:
124156

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 249 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123485

Common Names

  • Pentacalia
  • Riotintis
  • Five-petal Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio riotintis Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia riotintis (also called Red Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, open woods, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia riotintis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory issues, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia riotintis is a yellow-green, daisy-like flower with yellow disc florets. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia riotintis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in spring or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. The seeds should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the branches and root them in a moist medium.

Where to Find Pentacalia riotintis

Pentacalia riotintis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Pentacalia riotintis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia riotintis?

Pentacalia riotintis

What is the common name of Pentacalia riotintis?

Riotinto Pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia riotintis?

Grasslands, scrublands, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-84625: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.