Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
margarita-alba
ID:
19925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klokov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Trav. Inst. Bot., Univ. Kharkov, ed. Med. 1: 81, 100. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019254



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Margarita-alba Cornflower
  • Margarita-alba


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea margaritacea margaritalba (Klokov) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea margarita-alba (also called 'White Margarita', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and has a woody stem. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea margarita-alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floristry. It is known for its attractive foliage and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea margarita-alba has white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea margarita-alba is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea margarita-alba

Centaurea margarita-alba is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Centaurea margarita-alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea margarita-alba?

Centaurea margarita-alba

What is the common name of Centaurea margarita-alba?

White Margarita

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea margarita-alba?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed sites

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