Pentas - Pentas (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Pentas

Pentas flowers are sometimes called "starclusters" because of their unique, bright blooms, which resemble many small star shapes bunched together. Native to Africa, the flowers are favorite stops for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. They thrive in hot, dry, and sunny locations and require little to no care when grown ornamentally.

Scientific classification

Genus

Pentas (Pentas)

Family

Madder

Order

Gentians, dogbanes, madders, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

50 cm

Plant Height

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Pentas

Species

Egyptian starcluster

Care Guide for Pentas

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Potting Mix, Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Thriving in tropical climates, pentas prefers regular moisture and high humidity, requiring weekly watering for lush growth. It can tolerate brief dryness. In indoor settings, higher humidity in bathrooms or kitchens enhances flowering during the growing season.

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