Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cariensis
ID:
119102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 19 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118431



Common Names

  • Centaurea cariensis
  • Carian Cornflower
  • Carian Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea cariensis (also called Caria knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea cariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea cariensis sub. microlepis (Boiss.) Wagenitz
Centaurea cariensis sub. niveotomentosa (Hub.-Mor.) Wagenitz
Centaurea cariensis sub. maculiceps (O.Schwarz) Wagenitz
Centaurea cariensis sub. cariensis
Centaurea cariensis sub. longipapposa Wagenitz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea cariensis has yellow flowers, small, black seeds, and small seedlings with a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea cariensis is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It is a low-growing plant with small, pink flowers. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea cariensis

Centaurea cariensis is native to Europe and can be found in meadows and grasslands.

Centaurea cariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea cariensis?

Centaurea cariensis

What is the common name of Centaurea cariensis?

Carian Cornflower

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea cariensis?

Grassy areas, meadows, and roadsides

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-7976: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.