Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
62588

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Hausskn.) Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 82(2): 184 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061917



Common Names

  • Centaurea Obtusifolia
  • Blunt-leaved Knapweed
  • Spotted Knapweed


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Synonyms

  • Tomanthea obtusifolia (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Takht. [unknown]
  • Phaeopappus obtusifolius Boiss. & Hausskn. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea obtusifolia (also called Sharp-Leaved Knapweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and it grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has an erect stem and oblong leaves, and its flowers are pink to purple in color.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea obtusifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea obtusifolia is a bright pink, daisy-like bloom. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea obtusifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Centaurea obtusifolia

Centaurea obtusifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Centaurea obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea obtusifolia?

Centaurea obtusifolia

What is the common name of Centaurea obtusifolia?

Oblique-leaved knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea obtusifolia?

Grassy slopes, meadows, and roadsides

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-18932: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.