Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
napifolia
ID:
138975

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 916 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138304



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Napifolia
  • Centaurea Napifolia


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Synonyms

  • Cistrum napifolium Hill [unknown]
  • Calcitrapoides napifolia (L.) Holub [unknown]
  • Pectinastrum napifolium Cass. [unknown]
  • Seridia napifolia Sweet [unknown]
  • Centaurea napifolia napifolia [unknown]
  • Cyanus napifolius Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Calcitrapa napifolia Moench [unknown]

Description

Centaurea napifolia (also called napiform knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and its leaves are deeply lobed and covered in soft hairs. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found on roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea napifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its foliage is used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea napifolia is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea napifolia is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Centaurea napifolia

Centaurea napifolia is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Centaurea napifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea napifolia?

Centaurea napifolia

What is the common name of Centaurea napifolia?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea napifolia?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

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