Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
267671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 215 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267003

Common Names

  • Few-flowered Star Cluster
  • Few-flowered Pentas
  • Few-flowered Starflower

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Synonyms

  • Otomeria calycina Hiern [valid]

Description

Pentas pauciflora (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 pauciflora 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas pauciflora 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 pauciflora is a perennial herb that is native to East Africa. It grows best in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pentas pauciflora

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

Pentas pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas pauciflora?

Pentas pauciflora

What is the common name of Pentas pauciflora?

Few-flowered Pentas

What is the natural habitat of Pentas pauciflora?

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,

References