Pentas
Common Name: Pentas
Species Name: Pentas lanceolata
Family Name: Rubiaceae
Examples of Pentas Pentas lanceolata
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Africa |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Aphids and spider mites |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 3-foot diameter, 6-foot height
- Leaves: Ovate to lanceolate, hairy, to 6 inches long
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Moist, well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 10 |
| Notes | Evergreen perennial used as an annual; brightly colored and pastel colors available; used in a mixed border or as a bedding plant |