Status:
valid
Authors:
Coss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Notes Pl. Crit. : 138
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009126
Common Names
- Phaeolepis
- Centaurea
- Gray Knapweed
Description
Centaurea phaeolepis (also called Centaurea phaeolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a woody stem and lanceolate leaves. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can be found in areas with low rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea phaeolepis is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil. It has a long blooming period and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea phaeolepis has bright yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea phaeolepis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. The plant can be divided in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Centaurea phaeolepis
Centaurea phaeolepis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Centaurea phaeolepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea phaeolepis?
Centaurea phaeolepis
What is the common name of Centaurea phaeolepis?
Gray Knapweed
What is the natural habitat of Centaurea phaeolepis?
Grasslands of Europe
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,