Status:
valid
Authors:
Ranjbar & Negaresh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 50(4): 239 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336777
Common Names
- Centaurea orumiehensis
- Orumiehensis Centaurea
- Orumiehensis Rein Orchid
Description
Centaurea orumiehensis (also called Centaurea orumiehensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with a single stem or several stems branching from the base. It is native to western Asia, from Turkey and Iran east to Afghanistan and Pakistan. It grows in dry bushland, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea orumiehensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea orumiehensis has yellow flowers with a sweet scent, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and spindly, with thin stems and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea orumiehensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Centaurea orumiehensis
Centaurea orumiehensis is native to Turkey. It is found in rocky areas, often on limestone soils.
Centaurea orumiehensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea orumiehensis?
Centaurea orumiehensis
What is the common name of Centaurea orumiehensis?
Orumieh Centaurea
What is the natural range of Centaurea orumiehensis?
Western Asia
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
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.