Egyptian Star Flower (Pentas Lanceolata) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Pentas lanceolata is a tropical, woody-based perennial or subshrub known for its dense clusters of star-shaped flowers, often used as a border or hedge plant.
Egyptian Star Flower
Pentas Lanceolata
Pentas lanceolata is a tropical, woody-based perennial or subshrub known for its dense clusters of star-shaped flowers, often used as a border or hedge plant.
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