Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urvillei
ID:
79252

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 592 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078581



Common Names

  • Centaurea urvillei
  • Urville's Star-thistle
  • Urville's Cornflower


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea urvillei urvillei [unknown]
  • Centaurea raphanina d'Urv. [illegitimate]
  • Centaurea urvillei leptacantha Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea urvillei (also called Urville's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It has yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea urvillei is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea urvillei sub. deinacantha (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Wagenitz
Centaurea urvillei sub. armata Wagenitz
Centaurea urvillei sub. urvillei
Centaurea urvillei sub. nimrodis (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Wagenitz
Centaurea raphanina sub. raphanina
Centaurea urvillei sub. hayekiana Wagenitz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea urvillei is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a sunny spot in well-drained soil in the spring or autumn. The seedlings will emerge in about two weeks. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea urvillei

Centaurea urvillei is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in rare plants.

Centaurea urvillei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea urvillei?

Centaurea urvillei

What type of plant is Centaurea urvillei?

Centaurea urvillei is a perennial herb.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea urvillei?

Centaurea urvillei is native to Europe.

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