Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
267626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Deflers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Voy. Yemen : 142 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266958

Common Names

  • Egyptian Star Cluster
  • Star Cluster
  • Star Flower

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Synonyms

  • Manettia lanceolata Vahl [valid]
  • Mussaenda aegyptiaca Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Mussaenda lanceolata Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Mussaenda luteola Delile [illegitimate]
  • Neurocarpaea lanceolata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Ophiorrhiza lanceolata Forssk. [valid]
  • Pentas lanceolata velutina Verdc. [unknown]
  • Pseudomussaenda lanceolata Wernham [valid]
  • Vignaldia luteola Schweinf. [illegitimate]
  • Virecta lanceolata Baill. [valid]
  • Pentas lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]

Description

Pentas lanceolata (also called Lanceolate Starcluster, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to Ethiopia, and grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentas lanceolata is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The flowers of this plant attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pentas lanceolata sub. cymosa (Klotzsch) Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata sub. lanceolata
Pentas lanceolata var. leucaster (K.Krause) Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata var. nemorosa (Chiov.) Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata var. oncostipula (K.Schum.) Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata sub. quartiniana (A.Rich.) Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata var. angustifolia Verdc.
Pentas lanceolata var. usambarica Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas lanceolata has bright red flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black and the seedlings have green leaves with a red tinge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentas lanceolata is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the root ball. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Pentas lanceolata

Pentas lanceolata is native to tropical Africa, including Ethiopia, Sudan, and Nigeria.

Pentas lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas lanceolata?

Pentas lanceolata

What are the common names of Pentas lanceolata?

Star flower, Star cluster

What is the growth habit of Pentas lanceolata?

It is an upright, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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-149975: Based on the initial data import
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.
Albert Deflers (1841-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deflers' in the authors string.