Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shahuensis
ID:
1324252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranjbar & Negaresh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 31(4): 430 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336706



Common Names

  • Centaurea shahuensis
  • Shahu Centaurea
  • Shahu's Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea shahuensis (also called Shahu Centaurea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Iran. It is a small plant, growing up to 30 cm in height, with long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea shahuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to create natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea shahuensis is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea shahuensis is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Once established, the plant requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Centaurea shahuensis

Centaurea shahuensis is native to Turkey. It is found in grasslands and rocky areas at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Centaurea shahuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea shahuensis?

Centaurea shahuensis

What type of plant is Centaurea shahuensis?

It is a type of thistle

Where is Centaurea shahuensis native to?

It is native to Iran

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

Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.