Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nemoralis
ID:
128702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Nov. 104. 1852

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128031



Common Names

  • Wood Centaury
  • Mountain Centaury
  • Gray Centaury


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Description

Centaurea nemoralis (also called woodland knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has a single stem, with a few branches, and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are oblong, with a white woolly pubescence. It grows in open grasslands and disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea nemoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea nemoralis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea nemoralis is an annual herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA zones 3-7.

Where to Find Centaurea nemoralis

Centaurea nemoralis is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Centaurea nemoralis FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Centaurea nemoralis?

Centaurea nemoralis requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the lifespan of Centaurea nemoralis?

Centaurea nemoralis is an annual plant and has a lifespan of one year.

What is the best time to plant Centaurea nemoralis?

The best time to plant Centaurea nemoralis is in the spring or early summer.

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,

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