Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gabrieljanae
ID:
37184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 54 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036513



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Gabriel's Centaurea
  • Gabrieljanae


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Synonyms

  • Chartolepis biebersteinii Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Centaurea biebersteinii (Jaub. & Spach) Walp. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea gabrieljanae (also called Gabriel's Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It typically grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and scrublands at an elevation of 0 to 1,000 meters. It has alternate, oblong to lanceolate leaves that are 2 to 6 cm long and 1 to 3 cm wide. The flowers are small and white and the fruits are small, brownish-black achenes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea gabrieljanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea gabrieljanae are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea gabrieljanae is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. Division should be done in spring or autumn, with the divisions planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plants will flower from summer to autumn and should be deadheaded regularly to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Centaurea gabrieljanae

Centaurea gabrieljanae is native to Spain and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Centaurea gabrieljanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea gabrieljanae?

Centaurea gabrieljanae

What is the common name of Centaurea gabrieljanae?

Gabrieljanae Knapweed

What type of plant is Centaurea gabrieljanae?

Centaurea gabrieljanae is a perennial 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-135311: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.