Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabroauriculata
ID:
40556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Uysal & Demır.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 44(3): 219 (-221; figs. 1-2) (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039885



Common Names

  • Centaurea glabroauriculata
  • Glabroauriculata Centaurea
  • Smooth-eared Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea glabroauriculata (also called Smooth-Headed Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Eurasia. It has deeply lobed leaves and small pink-purple flowers. It is found in grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea glabroauriculata is used in gardens and parks as an ornamental plant. It also has medicinal uses as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Centaurea glabroauriculata flower is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea glabroauriculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Centaurea glabroauriculata

Centaurea glabroauriculata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Centaurea glabroauriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea glabroauriculata?

Centaurea glabroauriculata

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea glabroauriculata?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

What is the flowering period of Centaurea glabroauriculata?

It flowers from April to June.

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

Tuna Uysal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uysal' in the authors string.
Hakkı Demırelma: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Demır.' in the authors string.