Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crupinastrum
ID:
18819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moris) Vis.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. Dalmat. 2: 42 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018148



Common Names

  • Crupina
  • Crupina Crupinastrum
  • Crupina Starthistle


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Synonyms

  • Crupina morisii Boreau [unknown]
  • Centaurea visianii visianii [unknown]
  • Centaurea visianii Radić [unknown]
  • Crupina crupinastrum crupinastrum [unknown]
  • Crupina crupinastrum crupinastrum [unknown]
  • Centaurea crupina Sm. [unknown]
  • Centaurea crupinastrum Moris [unknown]
  • Crupina zuccarinii Bunge ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Crupina crupinastrum matae (P.Palau) Font Quer ex O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Centaurea visianii Rouy [unknown]
  • Crupina matae P.Palau [unknown]

Description

Crupina crupinastrum (also called Crupina, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of western Europe. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crupina crupinastrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crupina crupinastrum has yellow flowers with a single row of ray florets and a single row of disc florets. The seeds are small, brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crupina crupinastrum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in the spring. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Crupina crupinastrum

Crupina crupinastrum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Crupina crupinastrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crupina crupinastrum?

Crupina crupinastrum

What is the common name of Crupina crupinastrum?

Crupina

What is the habitat of Crupina crupinastrum?

Crupina crupinastrum is found in dry, open woods, and rocky slopes.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-117552: Based on the initial data import
Roberto de Visiani (1800-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vis.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Giacinto Moris (1796-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moris' in the authors string.