Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucomalla
ID:
24599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 38(2): 458 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023928



Common Names

  • Centaurea Leucomalla
  • White Knapweed
  • Fairy Thimbles


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea alba leucomalla (Bornm.) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea leucomalla (also called 'White-woolly Centaurea', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with white, woolly leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea leucomalla is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant white flowers and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea leucomalla is a yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea leucomalla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms. It is also beneficial to cut back the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Centaurea leucomalla

Centaurea leucomalla is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Centaurea leucomalla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea leucomalla?

Centaurea leucomalla

What is the common name of Centaurea leucomalla?

White-flowered Knapweed

Where does Centaurea leucomalla grow?

Centaurea leucomalla grows in 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,