Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilvensis
ID:
16961

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sommier) Arrigoni

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Parlatorea 6: 76 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016290



Common Names

  • Centaurea ilvensis
  • Ilvensis Centaurea
  • Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea dissecta ilvensis Sommier [unknown]

Description

Centaurea ilvensis (also called Ilven's Cornflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in moist forests. It is commonly found in meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea ilvensis is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it produces bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea ilvensis are small, yellow and tubular. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea ilvensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Centaurea ilvensis

Centaurea ilvensis is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Centaurea ilvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea ilvensis?

Centaurea ilvensis

What is the common name of Centaurea ilvensis?

Ilva's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea ilvensis?

It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open areas.

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-115767: Based on the initial data import
Stefano Sommier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sommier' in the authors string.
Pier Virgilio Arrigoni (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arrigoni' in the authors string.