Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vargasiana
ID:
130243

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) H.Rob. & Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3(3): 298 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129572

Common Names

  • Vargasiana Pentacalia
  • Vargas' Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia Vargasiana

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Synonyms

  • Gynoxys vargasiana Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia vargasiana (also called Vargas' Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes region of South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia vargasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentacalia vargasiana has yellow flowers with white centers, small, black seeds, and seedlings that have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia vargasiana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Pentacalia vargasiana

Pentacalia vargasiana is found in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador.

Pentacalia vargasiana FAQ

What are the common names of Pentacalia vargasiana?

Common names of Pentacalia vargasiana include Vargas' pentacalia and Vargas' pentacalia.

What is the growth habit of Pentacalia vargasiana?

Pentacalia vargasiana is an erect, perennial herb with a branching growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Pentacalia vargasiana?

Pentacalia vargasiana typically flowers from June to August.

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-90499: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
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.