Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
80093

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 912 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079422



Common Names

  • Spiny Star Thistle
  • Centaurea Spinosa
  • Spiny Star Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea spinosa (also called Spiny Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and western Asia. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. Its leaves are alternate, toothed, and oblong-lanceolate. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea spinosa has yellow flowers with a single row of petals and small, dark seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea spinosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To cultivate, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. Water regularly and thin out the seedlings as they grow. Divide the plants every few years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Centaurea spinosa

Centaurea spinosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grassy meadows.

Centaurea spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea spinosa?

Centaurea spinosa

What is the common name of Centaurea spinosa?

Spinosa Centaurea

What type of climate does Centaurea spinosa prefer?

Centaurea spinosa prefers a warm, dry climate

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