Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sintenisiana
ID:
86144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gand.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 65: 37 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085473



Common Names

  • Centaurea sintenisiana
  • Sintenis' Star-thistle
  • Sintenis' Centaurea


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea persica pseudodeinacantha Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Centaurea sintenisii Freyn [unknown]

Description

Centaurea sintenisiana (also called Sintenis's starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem with a few branches and a rosette of leaves at the base. The leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin and a white-hairy surface. The flowers are yellow and have a star-shaped shape. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea sintenisiana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea sintenisiana is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea sintenisiana is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Centaurea sintenisiana

Centaurea sintenisiana is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Centaurea sintenisiana FAQ

What are the common names of Centaurea sintenisiana?

Centaurea sintenisiana is commonly known as Sintenis' Star-thistle.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea sintenisiana?

Centaurea sintenisiana is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Centaurea sintenisiana?

The flowers of Centaurea sintenisiana are pink or purple.

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-41880: Based on the initial data import
Michel Gandoger (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gand.' in the authors string.