Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cleistostoma
ID:
267589

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 419 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266921

Common Names

  • Cleistostoma Pentas
  • Star Cluster
  • Star Flower

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Synonyms

  • Pentas arvensis violacea Hiern ex Scott Elliot [invalid]
  • Pentas cleistostoma poggeana K.Schum. [valid]
  • Neurocarpaea arvensis violacea Hiern [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas cleistostoma has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentas cleistostoma 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 cleistostoma

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

Pentas cleistostoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas cleistostoma?

Pentas cleistostoma

What is the family of Pentas cleistostoma?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pentas cleistostoma?

Cleistostoma 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,

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