Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zuccariniana
ID:
131212

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 574 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130541



Common Names

  • Zuccarin's Star Thistle
  • Zuccarin's Centaurea
  • Centaurea Zuccariniana


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Description

Centaurea zuccariniana (also called Italian Star Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has spiny, lobed leaves and produces purple flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea zuccariniana is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea zuccariniana are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea zuccariniana is a perennial wildflower native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall, and they will germinate in the spring. Once established, the plants will need little care and will spread slowly over time.

Where to Find Centaurea zuccariniana

Centaurea zuccariniana can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Centaurea zuccariniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea zuccariniana?

Centaurea zuccariniana

What is the common name of Centaurea zuccariniana?

Zuccarin's Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea zuccariniana?

Dry, open woods, prairies, 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,

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