Status:
valid
Authors:
Hammel
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-46: 6 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347298
Common Names
- Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi
- Gomez-Lauritoi Pentagonia
- Gomez-Lauritoi-Leaved Pentagonia
Description
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi (also called 'Gomez-Laurito's pentagonia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to India. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests. It is found in the Western Ghats and other mountainous regions of India.
Uses & Benefits
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used in perfumes and soaps.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in the spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi can be found in the mountains of Colombia.
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi?
Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi
What is the common name of Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi?
Gomez-Laurito's Pentagonia
What is the family of Pentagonia gomez-lauritoi?
Asteraceae
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,