Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olympica
ID:
81632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 24: 432 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080961



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Centaurea Olympic
  • Olympic Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea olympica (also called Olympic Knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea olympica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea olympica is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea olympica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Centaurea olympica

Centaurea olympica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky slopes and grasslands. It is found in countries such as Greece, Turkey, and Italy.

Centaurea olympica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea olympica?

Centaurea olympica

What is the common name of Centaurea olympica?

Olympic knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea olympica?

Dry, rocky 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-37523: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.