Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sisavitensis
ID:
91133

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Díaz & Obando

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 27(103): 174 (fig. 1) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090462

Common Names

  • Pentacalia
  • Sisavitensis
  • Pentacalia Daisy

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Description

Pentacalia sisavitensis (also called Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Ecuador. It has oblong-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia sisavitensis is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its beautiful white flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia sisavitensis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia sisavitensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Pentacalia sisavitensis

Pentacalia sisavitensis is native to Peru. It can be found in dry and warm climates, in areas with sandy soils.

Pentacalia sisavitensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia sisavitensis?

Pentacalia sisavitensis

What is the common name of Pentacalia sisavitensis?

Sisavitense pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia sisavitensis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites

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-4675: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Díaz Piedrahita (1944-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Díaz' in the authors string.
Sandra Obando (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Obando' in the authors string.