Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inexpectata
ID:
84672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 33(2): 219 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084001



Common Names

  • Inexpectata Centaurea
  • Centaurea inexpectata
  • Inexpectata


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Description

Centaurea inexpectata (also called Unexpected Centaurea, Unexpected Knapweed, and Unexpected Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows up to 1 m tall and has pink flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea inexpectata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments, as well as to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea inexpectata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea inexpectata is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the fall.

Where to Find Centaurea inexpectata

Centaurea inexpectata can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Centaurea inexpectata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea inexpectata?

Centaurea inexpectata

What type of plant is Centaurea inexpectata?

Centaurea inexpectata is a perennial herb.

Where is Centaurea inexpectata found?

Centaurea inexpectata 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-40463: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.