Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Trans. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 7: 496 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113756
Common Names
- Ecliptoides Pentalepis
- Pentalepis Ecliptoides
- Ecliptoides Five-leaved
Synonyms
- Chrysogonum ecliptoides (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Pentalepis ecliptoides (also called 'Ecliptic pentalepis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and produces small white flowers. It grows in sunny areas and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pentalepis ecliptoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pentalepis ecliptoides sub. hirsuta Orchard
Pentalepis ecliptoides sub. cucullata Orchard
Pentalepis ecliptoides sub. ecliptoides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentalepis ecliptoides has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pentalepis ecliptoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize lightly in the spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pentalepis ecliptoides
Pentalepis ecliptoides can be found in the mountains of Central and South America.
Pentalepis ecliptoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentalepis ecliptoides?
Pentalepis ecliptoides
What is the common name of Pentalepis ecliptoides?
Ecliptoides Pentalepis
What type of plant is Pentalepis ecliptoides?
Perennial
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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,