Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxifraga
ID:
41892

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coincy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 13: 45 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041221



Common Names

  • Saxifrage Centaurea
  • Centaurea Saxifraga
  • Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea saxifraga (also called 'Saxifrage Knapweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, purple flowers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea saxifraga has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It can also be used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea saxifraga is a bright yellow, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea saxifraga is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer, with the divisions planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Centaurea saxifraga

Centaurea saxifraga is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Centaurea saxifraga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea saxifraga?

Centaurea saxifraga

What type of plant is Centaurea saxifraga?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Centaurea saxifraga grow?

It grows in the mountains 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,