Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bachtiarica
ID:
89209

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayek & Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 23: 272 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088538



Common Names

  • Bachtiarica Centaurea
  • Centaurea
  • Bachtiarica


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Description

Centaurea bachtiarica (also called Bachtiar’s Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an herb native to Central Asia. It has small yellow flowers and grows in steppes, semi-deserts, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea bachtiarica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea bachtiarica has yellow flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea bachtiarica is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Rooting hormones can be used to encourage root growth. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown until they are large enough to be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Centaurea bachtiarica

Centaurea bachtiarica is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, open areas such as steppes and deserts.

Centaurea bachtiarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea bachtiarica?

Centaurea bachtiarica

What is the common name of Centaurea bachtiarica?

Bachtiar's Centaurea

Where is Centaurea bachtiarica found?

Centaurea bachtiarica 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-4487: Based on the initial data import
August von Hayek (1871-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayek' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.