Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trachonitica
ID:
125099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Post

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xxiv. (1888) 434.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124428



Common Names

  • Trachonitica Centaurea
  • Star Thistle
  • Basket Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea trachonitica (also called Trachonitis knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Middle East. It has a woody stem and produces purple flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea trachonitica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its leaves can be used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea trachonitica is yellow and has a single head. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea trachonitica is a perennial that grows in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the root ball. It is a low maintenance plant and requires little pruning.

Where to Find Centaurea trachonitica

Centaurea trachonitica is found in the Middle East. It is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Centaurea trachonitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea trachonitica?

Centaurea trachonitica

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea trachonitica?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Centaurea trachonitica?

The flowers are purple.

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