Status:
valid
Authors:
(Forssk.) Wagenitz & Dittrich
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Candollea 37(1): 111 (1982): (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062220
Common Names
- Centaurothamnus Maximus
- Maximus Centaurothamnus
- Maximus Centaury
Description
Centaurothamnus maximus (also called Giant Centaurothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It is a low-growing plant with a single stem and bright green leaves. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurothamnus maximus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurothamnus maximus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurothamnus maximus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or autumn. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. It is important to keep the soil moist during the growing season.
Where to Find Centaurothamnus maximus
Centaurothamnus maximus is native to Mexico.
Centaurothamnus maximus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurothamnus maximus?
Centaurothamnus maximus
What is the common name of Centaurothamnus maximus?
Large Centaurothamnus
What is the family of Centaurothamnus maximus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Centaurothamnus genus
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,