Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mouterdei
ID:
30039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Candollea 36(2): 366 (1981) (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029368



Common Names

  • Centaurea Mouterdei
  • Mouterdei Knapweed
  • Mouterdei Starthistle


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Description

Centaurea mouterdei (also called Mouterde's knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a thick, woody stem. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea mouterdei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea mouterdei is a white thistle-like flower with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a hairy stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea mouterdei is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be pruned regularly to keep it looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Centaurea mouterdei

Centaurea mouterdei is found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea mouterdei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea mouterdei?

Centaurea mouterdei

What is the common name of Centaurea mouterdei?

Mouterde's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea mouterdei?

Grasslands and rocky places

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-128384: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.