Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatula
ID:
75292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Breitw. & Podlech

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 22: 59 (1986) (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074621



Common Names

  • Delicate Star-thistle
  • Delicate Centaury
  • Delicate Starthistle


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Description

Centaurea delicatula (also called Delicate Star Thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea delicatula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea delicatula is a small, yellow flower head, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a length of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves, and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea delicatula is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea delicatula

Centaurea delicatula is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed sites.

Centaurea delicatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea delicatula?

Centaurea delicatula

What is the common name of Centaurea delicatula?

Delicate Star Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea delicatula?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-31339: Based on the initial data import
Ilse Breitwieser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breitw.' in the authors string.
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.