Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolongi
ID:
26759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026088



Common Names

  • Prolong's Centaurea
  • Centaurea Prolongi
  • Prolong's Starthistle


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea prolongi prolongi [unknown]

Description

Centaurea prolongi (also called 'Prolonged Centaurea', among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea prolongi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and sedative properties and is used to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea prolongi is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea prolongi is an annual plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it is best to avoid soils that are too wet or too dry. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Centaurea prolongi

Centaurea prolongi can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea prolongi FAQ

What are the common names of Centaurea prolongi?

Common names of Centaurea prolongi include Prolong's knapweed and Prolong's centaurea.

What is the native range of Centaurea prolongi?

Centaurea prolongi is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of habitat does Centaurea prolongi prefer?

Centaurea prolongi prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:191325-1: Based on the initial data import