Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tadshicorum
ID:
60428

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tzvelev

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 19: 414 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059757



Common Names

  • Centaurea tadshicorum
  • Tadzhik Centaurea
  • Tadzhik Starthistle


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Synonyms

  • Hyalea tadshicorum (Tzvelev) Soják [unknown]
  • Centaurea hierapolitana cabulica Bornm. [unknown]
  • Eremopappus tadshicorum (Tzvelev) Panigrahi [unknown]

Description

Centaurea tadshicorum (also called Tadschikistan star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea tadshicorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea tadshicorum is yellow and has a single head with a few ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is small and has a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea tadshicorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken in summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant will reach a height of up to 60 cm.

Where to Find Centaurea tadshicorum

Centaurea tadshicorum is native to Turkey. It can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Centaurea tadshicorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea tadshicorum?

Centaurea tadshicorum

What is the common name of Centaurea tadshicorum?

Tadzhik Centaury

What is the family of Centaurea tadshicorum?

Asteraceae

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-16830: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.