Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
133101

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 911 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132430



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Mountain-cornflower
  • Montana


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea chlorantha Adams ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Centaurea carpathica Geners. [unknown]
  • Cyanus montanus Hill [unknown]
  • Jacea alata Lam. [unknown]
  • Cyanus angustifolius (Mill.) Soják [unknown]
  • Centaurea serrata Kitt. [unknown]
  • Centaurea angustifolia Mill. [unknown]
  • Centaurea caucasica M.Bieb. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Setachna montana Dulac [unknown]
  • Centaurea montana pradensis O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]

Description

Centaurea montana (also called mountain cornflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm and has pink flowers. It is found in open, sunny habitats in Europe.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea montana is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens as a border or edging plant. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea montana has bright, lavender-blue flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea montana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Centaurea montana

Centaurea montana can be found in Europe and parts of Asia.

Centaurea montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea montana?

Centaurea montana

What is the common name of Centaurea montana?

Centaurea montana

Where is Centaurea montana found?

It is found 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,