Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
gigantifolia
ID:
267436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 5: 181 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266768

Common Names

  • Gigantifolia Pentagonia
  • Gigantifolia Starfish
  • Gigantifolia Sea Star

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Description

Pentagonia gigantifolia (also called Giant Penta, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is found in dry forests, scrublands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentagonia gigantifolia 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 gigantifolia 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 gigantifolia is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pentagonia gigantifolia

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

Pentagonia gigantifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentagonia gigantifolia?

Pentagonia gigantifolia

What is the natural habitat of Pentagonia gigantifolia?

Pentagonia gigantifolia is native to Mexico and Central America.

What are the common names of Pentagonia gigantifolia?

Common names of Pentagonia gigantifolia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149794: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.