Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microlopha
ID:
1409431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Ranjbar & Negaresh

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 123(1): 23. 2013 [14 Aug 2013] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421896



Common Names

  • Centaurea microlopha
  • Microlopha Centaurea
  • Microlopha Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea microlopha (also called Small-crested Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea microlopha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea microlopha is a bright yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single cotyledon and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea microlopha is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilization. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant from becoming too large.

Where to Find Centaurea microlopha

Centaurea microlopha is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Centaurea microlopha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea microlopha?

Centaurea microlopha

What is the common name of Centaurea microlopha?

Microlopha's Centaurea

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea microlopha?

Dry deciduous forests

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' 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.