Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudoaxillaris
ID:
62444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stef. & T.Georgiev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Spis. Bulg. Akad. Nauk. 44: 170 (-171; plate 5) (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061773



Common Names

  • Centaurea pseudoaxillaris
  • Pseudoaxillaris Centaurea
  • Pseudoaxillaris Centaurea Plant


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Description

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris (also called False Starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, erect stem that can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with a toothed margin. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as a ground cover or as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea pseudoaxillaris is a yellow, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil. Water the plant regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Centaurea pseudoaxillaris

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, pastures, and roadsides.

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea pseudoaxillaris?

Centaurea pseudoaxillaris

What is the common name of Centaurea pseudoaxillaris?

False axillary centaurea

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea pseudoaxillaris?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Toma Coev Georgiev (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Georgiev' in the authors string.
Boris Stefanoff (1894-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stef.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:191345-1: Based on the initial data import