Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
euboica
ID:
28267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. xciii. 102 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027596



Common Names

  • Centaurea Euboica
  • Euboean Centaurea
  • Euboean Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea euboica (also called Euboean Centaurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, lobed leaves. It is typically found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea euboica is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea euboica sub. intermedia Phitos & T.Georgiadis
Centaurea euboica sub. euboica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea euboica is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea euboica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny spot in moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Centaurea euboica

Centaurea euboica can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Centaurea euboica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea euboica?

Centaurea euboica

What is the common name of Centaurea euboica?

Euboean knapweed

Where is Centaurea euboica native to?

Europe

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,