Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gussonei
ID:
133093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Raimondo & Spadaro

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bocconea 20: 10 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132422



Common Names

  • Centaurea gussonei
  • Gussone's Star Thistle
  • Gussone's Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea parlatoris tomentosa Guss. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea gussonei (also called Gussone's knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm and has white flowers. It is found in open, sunny habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea gussonei is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The flowers are yellow and the foliage is evergreen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea gussonei has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea gussonei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Centaurea gussonei

Centaurea gussonei is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Centaurea gussonei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea gussonei?

Centaurea gussonei

What is the common name of Centaurea gussonei?

Centaurea gussonei

Where is Centaurea gussonei found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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

Francesco Maria Raimondo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raimondo' in the authors string.
Vivienne Spadaro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spadaro' in the authors string.