Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cadmea
ID:
62994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 16 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062323



Common Names

  • Centaurea cadmea
  • Cadmea Centaurea
  • Cadmea Centaurea Flower


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Description

Centaurea cadmea (also called Cadmus' centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are deeply lobed. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea cadmea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea cadmea sub. pontica Wagenitz ex Köse & Ocak

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea cadmea is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea cadmea is an evergreen perennial that is native to Central Asia. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, and seeds should be sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Centaurea cadmea

Centaurea cadmea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Centaurea cadmea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea cadmea?

Centaurea cadmea

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea cadmea?

Mountain meadows and grasslands of the Mediterranean region

What is the flower color of Centaurea cadmea?

Purple

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-19329: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.