Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenoreana
ID:
120871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 117 (1859-61)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120200



Common Names

  • Tenore's knapweed
  • Centaurea tenoreana
  • Mediterranean knapweed


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Description

Centaurea tenoreana (also called Tenor's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, steppes and rocky slopes. It has grey-green leaves and purple-pink flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea tenoreana is used as a medicinal herb and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea tenoreana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea tenoreana is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Centaurea tenoreana

Centaurea tenoreana is native to Italy and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Centaurea tenoreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea tenoreana?

Centaurea tenoreana

What is the common name of Centaurea tenoreana?

Tenore's Star-thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea tenoreana?

It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas

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