Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
88751

Status:
valid

Authors:
[Dryand.]

Source:
gcc

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. [W. Aiton] 3: 265. 1789

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088080



Common Names

  • Golden Knapweed
  • Centaurea
  • Aurea


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Description

Centaurea aurea (also called Golden Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea aurea is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which can be beneficial for skin health. It is also known to have a calming effect, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea aurea is a yellow-orange flower head with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, flattened achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea aurea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Centaurea aurea

Centaurea aurea can be found in Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.

Centaurea aurea FAQ

What is the common name of Centaurea aurea?

Golden Knapweed

What is the scientific name of Golden Knapweed?

Centaurea aurea

What are the uses of Golden Knapweed?

Golden Knapweed is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.

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,