Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hakkariensis
ID:
129802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 33(2): 224 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129131



Common Names

  • Hakkari Centaurea
  • Hakkari Knapweed
  • Hakkari Star Thistle


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Description

Centaurea hakkariensis (also called Hakkari knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Turkey. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with pink or purple flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea hakkariensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used as a natural mulch. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea hakkariensis has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with linear leaves and a rosette-like growth habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea hakkariensis is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea hakkariensis

Centaurea hakkariensis can be found in Turkey, Iraq, and Iran, growing in grasslands and open woodlands.

Centaurea hakkariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea hakkariensis?

Centaurea hakkariensis

What type of plant is Centaurea hakkariensis?

Centaurea hakkariensis is an annual herb

Where is Centaurea hakkariensis found?

Centaurea hakkariensis is found in Turkey

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-90076: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.