Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
267575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 47 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266907

Common Names

  • Pentas arvensis
  • Arvensis Pentas
  • Pentas Arvensis

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Synonyms

  • Neurocarpaea arvensis (Hiern) Hiern [valid]

Description

Pentas arvensis (also called Star Cluster, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its aromatic leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentas arvensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas arvensis has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender with long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentas arvensis is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pentas arvensis

Pentas arvensis is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Pentas arvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas arvensis?

Pentas arvensis

What is the family of Pentas arvensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pentas arvensis?

Arvensis Daisy

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