Pentas lanceolata (Pentas) - Image 18

Botanical name: Pentas lanceolata

Common names: Pentas, Star Flower, Star Cluster

Family: Rubiaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Pentas lanceolata (Pentas) pink flower clusters filling a dense green shrub within a pot.
Pentas lanceolata (Pentas) clusters of pink star-shaped flowers covering deep green lance-shaped foliage.


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