Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delucae
ID:
46703

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Guarino & Rampone

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bocconea 19: 85 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046032



Common Names

  • Centaurea Delucae
  • Deluca's Star-thistle
  • Deluca's Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea delucae (also called Deluca's Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with pinkish-purple flowers and a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea delucae is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea delucae has bright purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea delucae is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Centaurea delucae

Centaurea delucae can be found in the mountains of the French Alps.

Centaurea delucae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea delucae?

Centaurea delucae

What is the common name of Centaurea delucae?

Deluca's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea delucae?

Dry, open sites, grasslands, 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

Carmine Guarino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Guarino' in the authors string.
Salvatore Rampone: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rampone' in the authors string.