Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
yapacana
ID:
139351

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aristeg.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 251 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138680

Common Names

  • Pentacalia yapacana
  • Yapacan Pentacalia
  • Yapacan Aster

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Synonyms

  • Senecio yapacanus Aristeg. [unknown]

Description

Pentacalia yapacana (also called Yapacana Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia yapacana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pentacalia yapacana are yellow and have a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia yapacana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks. Pruning should be done in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pentacalia yapacana

Pentacalia yapacana can be found in South America, including in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Pentacalia yapacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentacalia yapacana?

Pentacalia yapacana

What is the common name of Pentacalia yapacana?

Yapacana Pentacalia

What is the natural habitat of Pentacalia yapacana?

Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

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-99312: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.