Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
267654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 408 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266986

Common Names

  • Small-flowered Star Cluster
  • Small-flowered Pentas
  • Small-flowered Starflower

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Description

Pentas micrantha (also called Starcluster, Starflower, Egyptian Starcluster, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. It is found in dry grasslands, wooded grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentas micrantha 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 micrantha sub. micrantha
Pentas micrantha sub. wyliei (N.E.Br.) Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas micrantha has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The flowers are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentas micrantha 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 micrantha

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

Pentas micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas micrantha?

Pentas micrantha

What is the common name of Pentas micrantha?

Small-flowered Pentas

What is the natural habitat of Pentas micrantha?

Dry grassland, scrubland, and open woodlands

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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