Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
theifolia
ID:
75691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 250 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075020

Common Names

  • Theifolia Pentacalia
  • Theifolia Pentacle
  • Theifolia Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia theifolia (also called 'Thief Pentacalia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 m tall, with a woody stem and yellow flowers. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its fruits are small, globose capsules. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia theifolia is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements. The plant is drought tolerant and is a good choice for xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia theifolia has yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia theifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Pentacalia theifolia

Pentacalia theifolia is native to Colombia and can be found in dry woodlands and grasslands.

Pentacalia theifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia theifolia?

Pentacalia theifolia

What is the common name of Pentacalia theifolia?

Thief pentacalia

What is the family of Pentacalia theifolia?

Asteraceae

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-31725: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.