Pentanema auriculatum is a perennial herb native to Asia and Africa, featuring yellow daisy-like flowers. It thrives in sunny locations and well-drained soil.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight but can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler winter temperatures.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Pentanema auriculatum moderately during the growing season, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing just enough to prevent complete desiccation of the soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune Pentanema auriculatum in early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged stems.
Deadheading spent flowers throughout the blooming season can encourage further flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. Avoid heavy pruning.
Pentanema auriculatum can be propagated by division of established clumps in early spring. Carefully separate the root ball into sections, ensuring each section has healthy roots and shoots.
Replant the divisions immediately into well-draining soil.
Repot Pentanema auriculatum every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Spring is the ideal time to repot. Use a well-draining potting mix and choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
Ensure good drainage holes are present.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Pentanema |
| Species | Pentanema auriculatum |
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