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Common Name: Pentas

Species Name: Pentas lanceolata

Family Name: Rubiaceae

 

 

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin Africa
Sun Preference Full Sun
Susceptibility Aphids and spider mites

 

 

ID Characteristics

 

 

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

 

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