Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aetaliae
ID:
29524

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sommier) Bég.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. (Forlì) 7: 93 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028853



Common Names

  • Aetaliae Centaurea
  • Centaurea aetaliae
  • Aetaliae Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea aetaliae (also called Aetalian Centaurea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry, open habitats, such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea aetaliae has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as its bright yellow flowers are attractive and eye-catching. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea aetaliae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea aetaliae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is grown from seed. It is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Centaurea aetaliae

Centaurea aetaliae is native to the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea aetaliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rudgea minor?

Rudgea minor

What is the family of Rudgea minor?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Rudgea minor?

Small Rudgea

Species in the Centaurea genus

Centaurea pseudomaculosa, Centaurea spicata, Centaurea loscosii, Centaurea triniifolia, Centaurea gadorensis, Centaurea messenicolasiana, Centaurea werneri, Centaurea grisebachii, Centaurea noguerensis, Centaurea papposa, Centaurea vermiculigera, Centaurea saxicola, Centaurea linifolia, Centaurea antitauri, Centaurea lactiflora, Centaurea vavilovii, Centaurea aplolepa, Centaurea sphaerocephala, Centaurea integrans, Centaurea ognjanoffii, Centaurea stevenii, Centaurea centauroides, Centaurea pinnata, Centaurea aeolica, Centaurea cankiriensis, Centaurea ebenoides, Centaurea ceratophylla, Centaurea simonkaiana, Centaurea rothmaleriana, Centaurea chalcidicaea, Centaurea pinnatifida, Centaurea nervosa, Centaurea foveolata, Centaurea elbrusensis, Centaurea triumfettii, Centaurea hermanni, Centaurea djebel-amouri, Centaurea chrysantha, Centaurea monticola, Centaurea melitensis, Centaurea affinis, Centaurea kizildaghensis, Centaurea filiformis, Centaurea scillae, Centaurea vatevii, Centaurea sterilis, Centaurea handelii, Centaurea androssovii, Centaurea litardierei, Centaurea oxylepis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-127885: Based on the initial data import
Stefano Sommier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommier' in the authors string.
Augusto Béguinot (1875-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bég.' in the authors string.