Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ammocyanus
ID:
118202

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 109 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117531



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Centaury
  • Star Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Ammocyanus arabicus Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea ammocyanus (also called Ammocyanus Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Turkey and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea ammocyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including skin and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea ammocyanus has bright purple flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with short, thick stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea ammocyanus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to California. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Centaurea ammocyanus

Centaurea ammocyanus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Centaurea ammocyanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea ammocyanus?

Centaurea ammocyanus

What type of plant is Centaurea ammocyanus?

Centaurea ammocyanus is a perennial herb

Where is Centaurea ammocyanus found?

Centaurea ammocyanus is found in Turkey

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-7889: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.