Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scopulorum
ID:
27012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 115 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026341



Common Names

  • Centaurea scopulorum
  • Rocky Centaurea
  • Scopulorum Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea scopulorum (also called Rock Knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils, in open grassland and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea scopulorum has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea scopulorum var. gracilior Wagenitz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea scopulorum has purple flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea scopulorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Centaurea scopulorum

Centaurea scopulorum is found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Centaurea scopulorum FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Centaurea scopulorum?

Centaurea scopulorum is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Centaurea scopulorum?

Centaurea scopulorum can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

What pests and diseases affect Centaurea scopulorum?

Centaurea scopulorum is susceptible to aphids, mealybugs, and powdery mildew.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-125452: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.