Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
golestanica
ID:
74144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Akhani & Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 56(1): 6 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073473



Common Names

  • Golestanica Centaurea
  • Centaurea Plant
  • Centaurea Golestanica


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Description

Centaurea golestanica (also called Persian knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It typically grows in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea golestanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea golestanica has small yellow flowers with a single yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea golestanica can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For division, carefully separate the clumps of the plant and replant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Centaurea golestanica

Centaurea golestanica is native to Central and South Asia. It can be found in grassy areas, especially in areas with high elevation.

Centaurea golestanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea golestanica?

Centaurea golestanica

What type of plant is Centaurea golestanica?

Centaurea golestanica is an annual herb

Where does Centaurea golestanica grow?

Centaurea golestanica is native to Central Asia

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-30217: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.
Hossein Akhani (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akhani' in the authors string.