Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
debeauxii
ID:
25032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Godr. & Gren.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 2: 243 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024361



Common Names

  • Centaurea Debeauxii
  • Debeaux's Star-thistle
  • Debeaux's Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea debeauxii debeauxii [unknown]
  • Centaurea jacea debeauxii (Godr. & Gren.) R.C.V.Douin [unknown]
  • Jacea abbreviata debeauxii (Gren. & Godr.) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea debeauxii (also called Debeaux's knapweed, among many other common names) is a biennial herb with pink flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea debeauxii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea debeauxii sub. debeauxii
Centaurea debeauxii sub. grandiflora (Gaudin ex Schübl. & G.Martens) Devesa & Arnelas

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea debeauxii has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea debeauxii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Centaurea debeauxii

Centaurea debeauxii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea debeauxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea debeauxii?

Centaurea debeauxii

What is the common name of Centaurea debeauxii?

DeBeaux's knapweed

Where is Centaurea debeauxii native to?

It is native to the southeastern United States.

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-123541: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Alexandre Godron (1807-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Godr.' in the authors string.
Jean Charles Marie Grenier (1808-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gren.' in the authors string.