Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudoleucolepis
ID:
134298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kleopow

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Izv. Kievsk. Bot. Sada 4: 20. 1926

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133627



Common Names

  • False Leucolepis
  • False Starthistle
  • False Centaury


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea margaritacea pseudoleucolepis (Kleopow) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis (also called 'False Star Thistle', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb with yellow flowers and a spreading form. It is native to Europe and grows in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea pseudoleucolepis is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea pseudoleucolepis

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea pseudoleucolepis?

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis

What is the common name of Centaurea pseudoleucolepis?

False white knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea pseudoleucolepis?

Centaurea pseudoleucolepis is found in the Mediterranean region 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94431: Based on the initial data import
Yuri Kleópov (1902-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kleopow' in the authors string.