Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jordaniana
ID:
118025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gren. & Godr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 2: 245 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117354



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Jordan's Starthistle
  • Jordan's Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea procumbens Jord. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea jordaniana (also called Jordan's Starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea jordaniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea jordaniana sub. verguinii (Briq. & Cavill.) Kerguélen
Centaurea jordaniana sub. aemilii (Briq.) Kerguélen
Centaurea jordaniana sub. jordaniana
Centaurea jordaniana sub. balbisiana (Soldano) Kerguélen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea jordaniana has bright purple flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea jordaniana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Centaurea jordaniana

Centaurea jordaniana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open areas such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and scrublands.

Centaurea jordaniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea jordaniana?

Centaurea jordaniana

What is the common name of Centaurea jordaniana?

Jordan's Star Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea jordaniana?

Open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas in the western United States

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-78719: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Alexandre Godron (1807-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Godr.' in the authors string.
Jean Charles Marie Grenier (1808-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gren.' in the authors string.