Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pestalozzae
ID:
62387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 118 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061716



Common Names

  • Pestalozzae Centaurea
  • Pestalozzae Star-thistle
  • Centaurea pestalozzae


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Description

Centaurea pestalozzae (also called Pestalozzi's knapweed, Pestalozzi's star-thistle, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a slender, branched stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pestalozzae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea pestalozzae is small and yellow. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pestalozzae is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Centaurea pestalozzae

Centaurea pestalozzae is native to the alpine regions of Europe, including the Alps, Pyrenees, and Carpathians.

Centaurea pestalozzae FAQ

What are the common names for Centaurea pestalozzae?

Centaurea pestalozzae is commonly known as Pestalozzi's knapweed.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea pestalozzae?

Centaurea pestalozzae is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the growth habit of Centaurea pestalozzae?

Centaurea pestalozzae is an annual herb that grows to a height of about 1-2 feet (30-60 cm).

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-1874: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.