Status:
valid
Authors:
Heldr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Ann. Acc. Asp. Nat. i. 287. 1843
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064773
Common Names
- Parlatoris Centaurea
- Parlatoris Starthistle
- Parlatoris Knapweed
Description
Centaurea parlatoris (also called Meadow Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea parlatoris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centaurea parlatoris sub. parlatoris
Centaurea parlatoris sub. virescens (Guss.) Raimondo & Bancheva
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea parlatoris has bright yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea parlatoris is a hardy, herbaceous perennial that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of clumps in the spring.
Where to Find Centaurea parlatoris
Centaurea parlatoris is native to Europe and can be found in France, Spain, and Italy.
Centaurea parlatoris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea parlatoris?
Centaurea parlatoris
What is the family of Centaurea parlatoris?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Centaurea parlatoris?
Marsh Starwort
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,