Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
79889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 670 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079218



Common Names

  • Centaurea Virgata
  • Virgate Knapweed
  • Balkan Centaury


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea virgata virgata [unknown]

Description

Centaurea virgata (also called Virgate Knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with purple flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea virgata is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and small yellow flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas, as it is believed to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea virgata sub. virgata
Centaurea virgata sub. squarrosa (Willd.) Gugler

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea virgata has purple flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea virgata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Centaurea virgata

Centaurea virgata is native to Europe, and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Centaurea virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea virgata?

Centaurea virgata

What is the common name of Centaurea virgata?

Virgate Star-thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea virgata?

Grassy areas, meadows, and roadsides

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