Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
267433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) W.C.Burger & C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. , n.s., 33: 213 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266765

Common Names

  • Costaricensis Pentagonia
  • Costaricensis Starfish
  • Costaricensis Sea Star

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Synonyms

  • Nothophlebia costaricensis Standl. [valid]

Description

Pentagonia costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Pentagonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pentagonia costaricensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentagonia costaricensis is white and has five petals. Its seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are very small and have a single, long, thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentagonia costaricensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants and planted in a well-drained medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pentagonia costaricensis

Pentagonia costaricensis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pentagonia costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentagonia costaricensis?

Pentagonia costaricensis

What is the natural habitat of Pentagonia costaricensis?

Pentagonia costaricensis is native to Costa Rica.

What are the common names of Pentagonia costaricensis?

Common names of Pentagonia costaricensis include Costa Rican pentagonia and five-petal pentagonia.

Species in the Pentagonia genus

Pentagonia bocataurensis, Pentagonia costaricensis, Pentagonia donnell-smithii, Pentagonia gigantifolia, Pentagonia grandiflora, Pentagonia gymnopoda, Pentagonia hirsuta, Pentagonia involucrata, Pentagonia lobata, Pentagonia macrophylla, Pentagonia magnifica, Pentagonia nuciformis, Pentagonia parvifolia, Pentagonia pinnatifida, Pentagonia rubriflora, Pentagonia spathicalyx, Pentagonia subauriculata, Pentagonia tinajita, Pentagonia wendlandii, Pentagonia williamsii, Pentagonia wurdackii, Pentagonia angustifolia, Pentagonia dwyeriana, Pentagonia sanblasensis, Pentagonia amazonica, Pentagonia breviloba, Pentagonia microcarpa, Pentagonia subsessilis, Pentagonia villosula, Pentagonia bonifaziana, Pentagonia pachiteana, Pentagonia clementinensis, Pentagonia tapacula, Pentagonia lanciloba, Pentagonia osaensis, Pentagonia australis, Pentagonia gambagam, Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi, Pentagonia osapinnata, Pentagonia chocoensis, Pentagonia imparipinnata, Pentagonia carniflora, Pentagonia baumannii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149791: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
William Carl Burger (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Burger' in the authors string.