Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kartschiana
ID:
120882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scop.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1772

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carniol. 2: 140, t. 55 (1772)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120211



Common Names

  • Kartsch's Centaurea
  • Kartsch Centaurea
  • Centaurea kartschiana


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Description

Centaurea kartschiana (also called Kartsch's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, steppes and rocky slopes. It has grey-green leaves and purple-pink flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea kartschiana is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea kartschiana sub. kartschiana
Centaurea kartschiana sub. dalmatica (A.Kern.) Nyman
Centaurea kartschiana sub. troglodytes (Lovrić) Lovrić
Centaurea kartschiana sub. curictana Lovrić
Centaurea kartschiana sub. lubenicensis (Trinajstić & Zi.Pavletić) Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea kartschiana has small, bright yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea kartschiana is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Centaurea kartschiana

Centaurea kartschiana is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Centaurea kartschiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea kartschiana?

Centaurea kartschiana

What is the common name of Centaurea kartschiana?

Kartsch's Star-thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea kartschiana?

It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas

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