Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentandrus
ID:
267740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 25: 231 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267072

Common Names

  • Pentodon laurentioides
  • Pentodon pentandrus
  • Pentodon halei

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia pentandra DC. [illegitimate]
  • Pentas pentandra Benth. [valid]
  • Hedyotis macrophylla Lepr. & Perr. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Hedyotis pentandra Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]

Description

Pentodon pentandrus (also called five-stamen pentodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Ethiopia. It is found in dry and moist forest, woodland, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pentodon pentandrus var. minor Bremek.
Pentodon pentandrus var. pentandrus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentodon pentandrus has small, white 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

Pentodon pentandrus 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 Pentodon pentandrus

Pentodon pentandrus is native to Ethiopia and is found in dry grasslands and woodlands.

Pentodon pentandrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentodon pentandrus?

Pentodon pentandrus

What are the common names of Pentodon pentandrus?

Five-stamen Pentodon

What is the natural habitat of Pentodon pentandrus?

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

Species in the Pentodon genus

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-150089: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.