Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exarata
ID:
77918

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. ex Coss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Notes Pl. Crit. : 116

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077247



Common Names

  • Exarata Centaury
  • Exarata Starthistle
  • Exarata Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Acosta exarata (Boiss. ex Coss.) Holub [unknown]

Description

Centaurea exarata (also called 'Exarated Centaurea', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea exarata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is used to make herbal teas and is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea exarata is a yellow-white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea exarata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they must be sown in a cold frame in autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea exarata

Centaurea exarata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters.

Centaurea exarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea exarata?

Centaurea exarata

What are the common names of Centaurea exarata?

Centaurea exarata is commonly known as exarate centaurea.

What is the distribution of Centaurea exarata?

Centaurea exarata is native to the mountains of western North America.

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-33881: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.