Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incompleta
ID:
37074

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halácsy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier vi. 583 (1898), in obs.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036403



Common Names

  • Centaurea Incompleta
  • Incomplete Knapweed
  • Incomplete Star-Thistle


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Description

Centaurea incompleta (also called Yellow Starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 meter tall, with yellow flowers and spiny leaves. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea incompleta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea incompleta is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea incompleta is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Centaurea incompleta

Centaurea incompleta can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Centaurea incompleta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea incompleta?

Centaurea incompleta

What is the common name of Centaurea incompleta?

Incomplete knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea incompleta?

Centaurea incompleta is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

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