Pentas lanceolata (Pentas) - Image 30

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 red white flower clusters massed together in large sprawling plant
Pentas lanceolata (Pentas) in pink red and white clusters covering the ground for colorful impact


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