Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
solstitialis
ID:
36645

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 917 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035974



Common Names

  • Solstitialis Centaurea
  • Centaurea Solstitialis
  • Centaurea Solstitialis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Seridia solstitialis Sweet [unknown]
  • Calcitrapa solstitialis Lam. [unknown]
  • Centaurea solstitialis solstitialis [unknown]
  • Calcitrapa solstitialis solstitialis [unknown]
  • Solstitiaria solstitialis Hill. [unknown]
  • Triplocentron solstitiale Fourr. [unknown]
  • Leucantha solstitialis (L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Setachna solstitialis Dulac [unknown]
  • Cyanus solstitialis J.Presl & C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Centaurea solstitialis (also called Yellow Starthistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, reaching only about 6 inches in height, with small, yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea solstitialis has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of skin diseases, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea solstitialis sub. carneola (Boiss.) Wagenitz
Centaurea solstitialis sub. erythracantha (Halácsy) Dostál
Centaurea solstitialis sub. adamii (Willd.) Nyman
Centaurea solstitialis sub. pyracantha (Boiss.) Wagenitz
Centaurea solstitialis sub. schouwii (DC.) Dostál
Centaurea solstitialis sub. schouwii (DC.) Gugler

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea solstitialis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea solstitialis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Centaurea solstitialis

Centaurea solstitialis can be found in Europe and Asia.

Centaurea solstitialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea solstitialis?

Centaurea solstitialis

What type of plant is Centaurea solstitialis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Centaurea solstitialis grow?

It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia

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