Status:
valid
Authors:
Phitos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 67: 165 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131539
Common Names
- Rechinger's Centaurea
- Rechinger's Starthistle
- Rechinger's Knapweed
Synonyms
- Centaurea scyria Runemark [unknown]
- Colymbada rechingeri (Phitos) Holub [unknown]
- Colymbada scyria (Runemark) Holub [unknown]
Description
Centaurea rechingeri (also called Rechinger's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 50 cm tall and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea rechingeri is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea rechingeri has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white midrib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea rechingeri is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed. Plant the seeds in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn to propagate.
Where to Find Centaurea rechingeri
Centaurea rechingeri can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Centaurea rechingeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea rechingeri?
Centaurea rechingeri
What is the common name of Centaurea rechingeri?
Rechinger's knapweed
What is the natural habitat of Centaurea rechingeri?
Centaurea rechingeri is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the Mediterranean region
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,