Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
susannae
ID:
1322069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Invernón & Devesa

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 74: 42 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334523



Common Names

  • Centaurea Susannae
  • Susannae Centaurea
  • Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea susannae (also called 'Susanna's Centaurea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem bearing white or pink flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea susannae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea susannae is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea susannae is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Centaurea susannae prefers warm temperatures and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Centaurea susannae

Centaurea susannae is found in the limestone hills of Guizhou, China.

Centaurea susannae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea susannae?

Centaurea susannae

Where is Centaurea susannae found?

Centaurea susannae is found in Turkey.

What are the common names of Centaurea susannae?

Common names of Centaurea susannae include Susanna's knapweed and Susanna's starthistle.

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

Juan Antonio Devesa (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Devesa' in the authors string.
Vanessa R. Invernón: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Invernón' in the authors string.