Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jankae
ID:
117168

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Brândză

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Analele Acad. Romane ser. 2, 4: 42. 1884

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116497



Common Names

  • Janka's Centaurea
  • Janka's Knapweed
  • Janka's Starthistle


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Synonyms

  • Colymbada jankae (D.Brândză) Holub [unknown]

Description

Centaurea jankae (also called Janka's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea jankae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea jankae is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea jankae is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Centaurea jankae

Centaurea jankae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Centaurea jankae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea jankae?

Centaurea jankae

What is the common name of Centaurea jankae?

Jank's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea jankae?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-77898: Based on the initial data import
Dimitrie Brândză (1846-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Brândză' in the authors string.