Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tibestica
ID:
267698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Quézel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 48: 92 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267030

Common Names

  • Tibesti Star Cluster
  • Tibesti Pentas
  • Tibesti Starflower

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Description

Pentas tibestica (also called star flower, Egyptian star flower, and star cluster, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Ethiopia, Sudan, and Eritrea. It is found in dry and moist forest, woodland, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Pentas tibestica is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentas tibestica has white, pink, or purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentas tibestica is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pentas tibestica

Pentas tibestica is native to Ethiopia and Sudan. It can be found in dry grasslands and woodlands.

Pentas tibestica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentas tibestica?

Pentas tibestica

What are the common names of Pentas tibestica?

Tibesti Star Flower

What is the natural habitat of Pentas tibestica?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

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-150041: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Quézel (1926-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quézel' in the authors string.