Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kermanshahensis
ID:
1328113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wagenitz) Ranjbar & Negaresh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 38(5): 980 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340567





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Description

Centaurea kermanshahensis (also called Kermanshah Centaurea, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant that grows in rosettes of tightly packed leaves. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa and is typically found in rocky, semi-arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea kermanshahensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea kermanshahensis has yellow flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea kermanshahensis is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is done by carefully separating the offsets from the parent plant and replanting them in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Centaurea kermanshahensis

Centaurea kermanshahensis is native to Iran and can be found in the province of Kermanshah.

Centaurea kermanshahensis FAQ

What is the common name of Centaurea kermanshahensis?

Centaurea kermanshahensis is commonly known as the Kermanshah Centaurea.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea kermanshahensis?

Centaurea kermanshahensis is native to Iran.

What is the optimal temperature for Centaurea kermanshahensis?

Centaurea kermanshahensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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

Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.