Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appendicata
ID:
29461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klokov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Trav. Inst. Bot., Univ. Kharkov, ed. Med. 1: 94, 101. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028790



Common Names

  • Centaurea appendicata
  • Tassel Centaurea
  • Tassel Star Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea margaritacea appendicata (Klokov) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea appendicata (also called Spiny Starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and western Asia. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea appendicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea appendicata has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea appendicata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea appendicata

Centaurea appendicata is native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is typically found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Centaurea appendicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea appendicata?

Centaurea appendicata

What is the common name of Centaurea appendicata?

Appendiculate Knapweed

What is the family of Centaurea appendicata?

Asteraceae

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