Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
26012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 93 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025341



Common Names

  • Centauropsis fruticosa
  • Bushy Centauropsis
  • Bushy Hawkweed


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Description

Centauropsis fruticosa (also called 'Fringed Centaury', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centauropsis fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centauropsis fruticosa are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centauropsis fruticosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Centauropsis fruticosa

Centauropsis fruticosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Greece, Italy, and Turkey.

Centauropsis fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centauropsis fruticosa?

Centauropsis fruticosa

What type of plant is Centauropsis fruticosa?

It is a shrub

Where is Centauropsis fruticosa found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:191957-1: Based on the initial data import