Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maireana
ID:
44944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Emb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
in Maire, Contr. 1269. ; et Mat. Fl. Mar. 174; cf. Jahandiez & Maire, Cat. Pl.Maroc, iii. 812 (1934).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044273



Common Names

  • Centaurea maireana
  • Maire's Centaurea
  • Maireana Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Colymbada maireana (Emb.) Holub [unknown]

Description

Centaurea maireana (also called Maire's knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem that grows up to 1m tall and has pink-purple flowers with a diameter of up to 4cm. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea maireana is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and pollinators to the garden. The plant is also known for its drought tolerance and ability to tolerate poor soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea maireana is a bright purple, thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea maireana is a low-growing, perennial native to the Mediterranean. It is adapted to dry, sunny sites and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Centaurea maireana

Centaurea maireana is found in the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea maireana FAQ

What are the common names of Centaurea maireana?

Common names of Centaurea maireana include Maire's Cornflower and Maire's Cornflower-Sunray

What is the habitat of Centaurea maireana?

Centaurea maireana is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and roadsides.

What are the blooming times of Centaurea maireana?

Centaurea maireana typically blooms from April to June.

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