Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauneroi
ID:
74343

Status:
valid

Authors:
Talavera & J.Muñoz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Lagascalia 12(2): 250 (1984) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073672



Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Paunero's Star-thistle
  • Paunero's Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea pauneroi (also called Paunero's knapweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pauneroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea pauneroi has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pauneroi is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems in late spring or early summer and planting them in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Centaurea pauneroi

Centaurea pauneroi is found in the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea pauneroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea pauneroi?

Centaurea pauneroi

What is the common name of Centaurea pauneroi?

Paunero's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea pauneroi?

Centaurea pauneroi is found in dry, rocky places, such as mountain 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-30422: Based on the initial data import
Salvador Talavera (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Talavera' in the authors string.
Jesús Muñoz (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Muñoz' in the authors string.