Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
urubambensis
ID:
38168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 251 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037497

Common Names

  • Pentacalia urubambensis
  • Urubamba Pentacalia
  • Urubamba Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Senecio urubambensis Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia urubambensis (also called Urubamba Pentacalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, tropical forests and is often used as an ornamental shrub.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia urubambensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia urubambensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia urubambensis is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by cuttings in late summer. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Pentacalia urubambensis

Pentacalia urubambensis is native to the Andes mountains of South America. It can be found in grasslands and shrublands at elevations between 2000 and 4000 meters.

Pentacalia urubambensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia urubambensis?

Pentacalia urubambensis

What is the growth habit of Pentacalia urubambensis?

Pentacalia urubambensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height.

What is the native range of Pentacalia urubambensis?

Pentacalia urubambensis is native to South America.

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-136265: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.