Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
josiae
ID:
18487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 1924, xv. 231.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017816



Common Names

  • Josiah's Star-thistle
  • Josiah's Centaury
  • Josiah's Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea josiae josiae [unknown]
  • Centaurea josiae mgounica Quézel [unknown]

Description

Centaurea josiae (also called Josiah's Star Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and produces purple, star-shaped flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea josiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea josiae is a bright purple thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea josiae is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation can be done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Centaurea josiae

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

Centaurea josiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea josiae?

Centaurea josiae

What is the family of Centaurea josiae?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Centaurea josiae?

Grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands

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