Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paredensis
ID:
23477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.López) Mateo & Arán

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Flora Montiberica 16: 11 (2000):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022806



Common Names

  • Madhuca neriifolia
  • Neriifolia Mahua
  • Neriifolia Butter Tree


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Description

Centaurea paredensis (also called Paredes' Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils, in open areas and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea paredensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea paredensis are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea paredensis is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is best to prune the plant in the late summer to encourage more growth.

Where to Find Centaurea paredensis

Centaurea paredensis is native to Spain and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Centaurea paredensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea paredensis?

Centaurea paredensis

What type of plant is Centaurea paredensis?

Centaurea paredensis is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where is Centaurea paredensis found?

Centaurea paredensis is found in Spain.

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

Gonzalo Mateo (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mateo' in the authors string.
Ginés Alejandro López González (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.López' in the authors string.
Vicente Jesús Arán Redó (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arán' in the authors string.