Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pestalotii
ID:
65794

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Not. ex Ces.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bibliot. Ital. (Milan) xci. (1838) 348

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065123



Common Names

  • Centaurea pestalotii
  • Pestalotii Centaurea
  • Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Acosta brachtii (Rchb.f.) Holub [unknown]
  • Centaurea brachtii brachtii [unknown]
  • Centaurea alba pestalotii (De Not.) Arcang. [unknown]
  • Centaurea maculosa brachtii (Rchb.f.) Nyman [valid]
  • Centaurea brachtii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea pestalotii (also called Pestaloti's Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in disturbed soils, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pestalotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea pestalotii is white and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pestalotii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rootstock can be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea pestalotii

Centaurea pestalotii is found in the western Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Centaurea pestalotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea pestalotii?

Centaurea pestalotii

What is the common name of Centaurea pestalotii?

Pestaloti's Star-Thistle

What is the habitat of Centaurea pestalotii?

It is found in dry open woods, prairies, and disturbed areas.

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-22053: Based on the initial data import
Vincenzo de Cesati (1806-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ces.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe De Notaris (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Not.' in the authors string.