Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
pentamera
ID:
571515

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 22: 390 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570847

Common Names

  • Brassiantha pentamera
  • Five-petalled Brassiantha
  • Brassiantha
  • Five-petalled Brassiantha

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Description

Brassiantha pentamera (also called Five-petal Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are linear and toothed, and white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Brassiantha pentamera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassiantha pentamera has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassiantha pentamera is a shrub native to South Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Brassiantha pentamera

Brassiantha pentamera can be found in the wild in the western United States.

Brassiantha pentamera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassiantha pentamera?

Brassiantha pentamera

What is the common name of Brassiantha pentamera?

Five-petaled Brassiantha

What is the natural habitat of Brassiantha pentamera?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes and scrubland

Species in the Brassiantha genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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