Photo of Pentas lanceolata flower by Karl Gercens III

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Pentas lanceolata

Also Known As

  • Egyptian Star Cluster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Pentas lanceolata plant details

Pentas lanceolata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pentas lanceolata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pentas lanceolata

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A upright mounding plant with felty variegated leaves producing red flower clusters of many tiny star like blossoms..pinch for compact habit

Gardening facts about Pentas lanceolata plant

How to Grow Pentas lanceolata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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