Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vermia
ID:
134877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(4): 526 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134206



Common Names

  • Centaurea vermia
  • Vermia Cornflower
  • Vermia Centaurea


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Description

Centaurea vermia (also called Worm Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea vermia is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory disorders. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea vermia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea vermia is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Centaurea vermia

Centaurea vermia can be found in Iran.

Centaurea vermia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea vermia?

Centaurea vermia

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea vermia?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South America.

What is the flowering period of Centaurea vermia?

It flowers from July to October.

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