Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
68636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Groves) Brullo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Braun-Blanquetia 2: 32 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067965



Common Names

  • Englerina inaequilatera
  • Unequal-sided Englerina
  • Unequal-sided Threadwort


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Description

Centaurea nobilis (also called Noble Cornflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a single, erect stem with small, linear leaves. It grows in moist, sunny areas such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea nobilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea nobilis is a deep purple color and has a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea nobilis is an evergreen perennial native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted and are ready to be transplanted.

Where to Find Centaurea nobilis

Centaurea nobilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Centaurea nobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea nobilis?

Centaurea nobilis

What type of plant is Centaurea nobilis?

Centaurea nobilis is a perennial herb.

Where is Centaurea nobilis native to?

Centaurea nobilis is native to Europe.

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-24821: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Enrico Groves (1835-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Groves' in the authors string.