Pentacalia stergiosii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stergiosii
ID:
34686
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.M.Badillo
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Ernstia , n.s., 3: 123 (-124) (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034015
Common Names
- Pentacalia stergiosii
- Stergiosii pentacalia
- Stergiosii pentacalia aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pentacalia stergiosii (also called Stergios' Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and grey-green foliage. It is native to South America and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pentacalia stergiosii is used as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pentacalia stergiosii is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pentacalia stergiosii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care once established.
Where to Find Pentacalia stergiosii
Pentacalia stergiosii is native to South America and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.
Pentacalia stergiosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentacalia stergiosii?
Pentacalia stergiosii
What type of plant is Pentacalia stergiosii?
It is a shrub
Where is Pentacalia stergiosii native to?
It is native to Colombia
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
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302354-2: Based on the initial data import