Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
donnell-smithii
ID:
267435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 170 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266767

Common Names

  • Donnell-Smithii Pentagonia
  • Donnell-Smithii Starfish
  • Donnell-Smithii Sea Star

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Synonyms

  • Watsonamra donnell-smithii Standl. [valid]
  • Pentagonia monocaulis C.M.Taylor [valid]

Description

Pentagonia donnell-smithii (also called Pentagonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentagonia donnell-smithii 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 donnell-smithii 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 donnell-smithii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pentagonia donnell-smithii

Pentagonia donnell-smithii is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Pentagonia donnell-smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentagonia donnell-smithii?

Pentagonia donnell-smithii

What is the natural habitat of Pentagonia donnell-smithii?

Pentagonia donnell-smithii is native to Mexico and Central America.

What are the common names of Pentagonia donnell-smithii?

Common names of Pentagonia donnell-smithii include Mexican pentagonia, five-petal 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,