Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torreana
ID:
17075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (NAP, Neapolitano) 1829: 15

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016404



Common Names

  • Torre's Centaurea
  • Torre's Star-thistle
  • Torre's Knapweed


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Description

Centaurea torreana (also called Torre's Centaurea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea torreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea torreana has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea torreana is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Centaurea torreana

Centaurea torreana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Centaurea torreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea torreana?

Centaurea torreana

What is the family of Centaurea torreana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Centaurea torreana?

Torre's Star-thistle

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-11588: Based on the initial data import
Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.