Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
supernitens
ID:
37789

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 250 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037118

Common Names

  • Pentacalia supernitens
  • Fringed Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia supernitens (also called 'Shiny Pentacalia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America, specifically in the Andes mountain range. It is found in grasslands and open areas, growing to a height of up to 1 meter. It has white flowers and ovate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia supernitens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia supernitens has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia supernitens is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 12 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Pentacalia supernitens

Pentacalia supernitens is native to South America and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Pentacalia supernitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia supernitens?

Pentacalia supernitens

What is the common name of Pentacalia supernitens?

Supernitens

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia supernitens?

Grasslands 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-135895: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.