Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atlantis
ID:
41861

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire & Weiller

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 1940, xxxi. 24.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041190



Common Names

  • Centaurea atlantis
  • Atlantis Centaurea
  • Atlantis Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea atlantis (also called Sea Centaury, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a hairy stem and a single flower head with a yellow disc and purple ray florets. It grows in coastal areas, meadows, and steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea atlantis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used in cosmetics for its moisturizing and anti-aging properties. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea atlantis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea atlantis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C.

Where to Find Centaurea atlantis

Centaurea atlantis is native to the Canary Islands, and can be found there.

Centaurea atlantis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea atlantis?

Centaurea atlantis

What is the common name of Centaurea atlantis?

Atlantis knapweed

Where is Centaurea atlantis native to?

Southern Europe

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-139835: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Marc Weiller (1880-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiller' in the authors string.