Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
genuflexa
ID:
38514

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 246 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037843

Common Names

  • Genuflexa Pentacalia
  • Pentacalia Genuflexa
  • Genuflex Pentacalia

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Description

Pentacalia genuflexa (also called Bending Pentacalia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentacalia genuflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentacalia genuflexa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentacalia genuflexa is a low-growing, perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pentacalia genuflexa

Pentacalia genuflexa is native to the southwestern United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. It is typically found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Pentacalia genuflexa FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Pentacalia genuflexa?

Pentacalia genuflexa prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How often should Pentacalia genuflexa be watered?

Pentacalia genuflexa should be watered regularly, about once a week, or when the soil is dry to the touch.

How large does Pentacalia genuflexa grow?

Pentacalia genuflexa typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

Species in the Pentacalia genus

Pentacalia decomposita, Pentacalia albotecta, Pentacalia ptariana, Pentacalia campii, Pentacalia rugosa, Pentacalia hillii, Pentacalia cazaletii, Pentacalia uribei, Pentacalia imbricatifolia, Pentacalia tarapotensis, Pentacalia venturae, Pentacalia epiphytica, Pentacalia pleniaurita, Pentacalia veleziae, Pentacalia carmelana, Pentacalia sevillana, Pentacalia lindenii, Pentacalia retroflexa, Pentacalia pailasensis, Pentacalia ellipticifolia, Pentacalia cadiriensis, Pentacalia balsasana, Pentacalia lucidissima, Pentacalia psidiifolia, Pentacalia jelskii, Pentacalia arborea, Pentacalia floccosa, Pentacalia haticoensis, Pentacalia carchiensis, Pentacalia purpurivenosa, Pentacalia subdiscolor, Pentacalia huamaliensis, Pentacalia oronocensis, Pentacalia aclydiphylla, Pentacalia apiculata, Pentacalia ucumariana, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia phanerandra, Pentacalia amplexicaulis, Pentacalia scitophylla, Pentacalia marinii, Pentacalia millei, Pentacalia chachapoyensis, Pentacalia miguelii, Pentacalia trianae, Pentacalia stergiosii, Pentacalia teretifolia, Pentacalia tonduzii, Pentacalia urbanii, Pentacalia supernitens,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-136594: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.