Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
villosula
ID:
799472

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Andersson & Rova

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 74: 25 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000798806

Common Names

  • Pentagonia Villosula
  • Hairy Pentagonia
  • Hairy Amazonian Pentagonia

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Description

Pentagonia villosula (also called Hairy Pentagonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pentagonia villosula is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It can be used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It can also be used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentagonia villosula is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentagonia villosula can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist rooting medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pentagonia villosula

Pentagonia villosula is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is found in moist forests and on hillsides.

Pentagonia villosula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentagonia villosula?

Pentagonia villosula

What is the family of Pentagonia villosula?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Pentagonia villosula?

Villosula 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-337208: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.
Johan H.E. Rova (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rova' in the authors string.