Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pullata
ID:
139039

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 911 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138368



Common Names

  • Pullata Centaurea
  • Centaurea pullata
  • Purple Starthistle


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Synonyms

  • Melanoloma pullatum (L.) Fourr. [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata pullata [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata claryi (Debeaux) Batt. [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata zatii Maubert [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata claryi (Debeaux) Batt. [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata pullata [unknown]
  • Centaurea pullata minor Ball [unknown]

Description

Centaurea pullata (also called knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and Asia, from the British Isles to China, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea pullata is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea pullata sub. pullata
Centaurea pullata sub. baetica Talavera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea pullata are yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea pullata is an annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.

Where to Find Centaurea pullata

Centaurea pullata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Centaurea pullata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea pullata?

Centaurea pullata

What is the common name of Centaurea pullata?

Pullata knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea pullata?

Grassy areas, meadows, and pastures

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