Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hermannii
ID:
20050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hermann

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Bulgar. 4: 27. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019379



Common Names

  • Hermann's Centaurea
  • Centaurea hermannii
  • Hermann's Star-Thistle


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Description

Centaurea hermannii (also called Hermann's Star Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe, and is found in grassy meadows and rocky slopes. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea hermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea hermannii is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea hermannii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Centaurea hermannii

Centaurea hermannii is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Centaurea hermannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea hermannii?

Centaurea hermannii

What type of plant is Centaurea hermannii?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea hermannii?

It is native to 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,