Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nevadensis
ID:
92822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 71 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092151



Common Names

  • Nevada Centaurea
  • Tahoe Centaurea
  • Mountain Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Jacea nevadensis (Boiss. & Reut.) Holub [unknown]
  • Centaurea debeauxii nevadensis (Boiss. & Reut.) Dostál [unknown]
  • Centaurea nigra nevadensis (Boiss.) Malag. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea nevadensis (also called Nevada Centaury, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is characterized by its small, pink flowers and its toothed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea nevadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea nevadensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard texture. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea nevadensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is a slow process. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in early summer.

Where to Find Centaurea nevadensis

Centaurea nevadensis is native to the Sierra Nevada mountains of California and can be found in meadows and open woodlands.

Centaurea nevadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea nevadensis?

Centaurea nevadensis

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea nevadensis?

Grassy plains, rocky slopes, and sandy soils

What is the flowering season of Centaurea nevadensis?

May to July

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-48401: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.