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Penta / Star flower
Penta lanceolata
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| Penta is sometimes called "Star flower"
because of the star-shape of its brightly colored flowers. |
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Leaves
Leaves are dark green, lance-shaped, somewhat
furry and deeply veined.
Flowers
Penta's seem to produce a never-ending amount of five-petaled flowers. These may be red,
white, lavender, purple, or shades of pink. Some are even two-toned. All colors are
extremely attractive to butterflies, but the red and dark pink varieties especially
delight hummingbirds.
Fruit
Information not available
Propagation
Propagate by cuttings in spring and
summer.
Landscape usage
Penta is the perfect choice for the butterfly garden. It is also wonderful as a a
container plant or in landscape flowerbeds especially when planted in drifts of uniform
color.
Interesting Facts
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Penta
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Summary
Type: Flower
Salt Tolerant: Low
Height: 3ft.
Spread: N/A
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full Sun-part shade
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: No
Wildlife: Yes
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For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension |
