Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scannensis
ID:
130606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Anzal., Soldano & F.Conti

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Annot. Checkl. Italian Vasc. Fl. : 17 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129935



Common Names

  • Centaurea scannensis
  • Scannen's Knapweed
  • Scannen's Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea scannensis (also called Scannen's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea scannensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea scannensis is yellow in color, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea scannensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings, and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not need regular watering. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings.

Where to Find Centaurea scannensis

Centaurea scannensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of Italy, France, and Spain.

Centaurea scannensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea scannensis?

Centaurea scannensis

What is the family of Centaurea scannensis?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Centaurea scannensis?

Open grasslands and rocky slopes

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

Adriano Soldano (1944-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soldano' in the authors string.
Fabio Conti (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Conti' in the authors string.
Bruno Anzalone (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anzal.' in the authors string.