Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cylindrocephala
ID:
79533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 453 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078862



Common Names

  • Cylindrical Star-thistle
  • Cylindrocephala
  • Centaurea Cylindrocephala


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Description

Centaurea cylindrocephala (also called Round-headed Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has an erect habit and its leaves are lanceolate and up to 2 cm long. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea cylindrocephala is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea cylindrocephala has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a single flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea cylindrocephala is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea cylindrocephala

Centaurea cylindrocephala is found in the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea cylindrocephala FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Centaurea cylindrocephala?

Centaurea cylindrocephala is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average size of Centaurea cylindrocephala?

Centaurea cylindrocephala typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 2-3 feet.

What is the best way to propagate Centaurea cylindrocephala?

Centaurea cylindrocephala can be propagated from seed or division.

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,