Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epirota
ID:
16922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halácsy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 6: 581. (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016251



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Epirota
  • Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Cyanus epirotus (Halácsy) Holub [unknown]

Description

Centaurea epirota (also called Greek Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, pink flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea epirota is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies. It is also used in xeriscaping and rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea epirota has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea epirota is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed in spring or autumn, or by division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Centaurea epirota

Centaurea epirota can be found in the Balkan Peninsula, Turkey, and the Caucasus.

Centaurea epirota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea epirota?

Centaurea epirota

What is the common name of Centaurea epirota?

Greek Knapweed

What type of plant is Centaurea epirota?

Annual herb

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,