Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ardabilica
ID:
1330019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranjbar & Heydari

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 201(1): 80 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342473



Common Names

  • Centaurea Ardabilica
  • Ardabil Centaurea
  • Ardabilica Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea ardabilica (also called Ardabil Centaurea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Iran. It grows in grasslands, up to an altitude of 1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea ardabilica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea ardabilica has bright pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea ardabilica can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Centaurea ardabilica

Centaurea ardabilica is native to Iran and can be found in temperate and subtropical areas. It is a perennial herb that grows in dry, open areas.

Centaurea ardabilica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea ardabilica?

Centaurea ardabilica

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea ardabilica?

Centaurea ardabilica is found in the moist forests of Iran.

What type of plant is Centaurea ardabilica?

Centaurea ardabilica is an annual herb.

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

Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Razayeh Heydari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heydari' in the authors string.