Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
15058

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 596 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014387



Common Names

  • Centaurea Schimperi
  • Schimper's Star-thistle
  • Star Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Phaeopappus schimperi (DC.) Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea schimperi (also called Schimper's Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea schimperi is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, flat disc. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea schimperi is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a slightly alkaline soil.

Where to Find Centaurea schimperi

Centaurea schimperi is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Centaurea schimperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea schimperi?

Centaurea schimperi

What is the common name of Centaurea schimperi?

Schimper's Knapweed

What is the native range of Centaurea schimperi?

Eastern 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,