Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bulgarica
ID:
52934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Acht. & Stoj.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(3): 305 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052263



Common Names

  • Bulgarian Klasea
  • Klasea
  • Bulgarian Cottonweed


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Synonyms

  • Serratula caput-najae Zahar. [unknown]
  • Serratula bulgarica Acht. & Stoj. [unknown]

Description

Klasea bulgarica (also called Bulgarian Klasea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Balkans. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and produces small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Klasea bulgarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Klasea bulgarica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Klasea bulgarica is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be easily propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until they germinate. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location. They should be spaced at least 1 foot apart and given plenty of room to spread out. Prune the plants regularly to keep them from becoming too large and unruly.

Where to Find Klasea bulgarica

Klasea bulgarica is native to Bulgaria and can be found in dry meadows and open woodlands.

Klasea bulgarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Klasea bulgarica?

Klasea bulgarica

What is the common name of Klasea bulgarica?

Bulgarian Klasea

What is the natural habitat of Klasea bulgarica?

It is native to Bulgaria and the Balkans

Species in the Klasea genus

Klasea gracillima, Klasea erucifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea kotschyi, Klasea haussknechtii, Klasea cardunculus, Klasea flavescens, Klasea khuzistanica, Klasea aphyllopoda, Klasea radiata, Klasea chartacea, Klasea cerinthifolia, Klasea hastifolia, Klasea lyratifolia, Klasea suffruticulosa, Klasea lasiocephala, Klasea aznavouriana, Klasea coriacea, Klasea pallida, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea leptoclada, Klasea bulgarica, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea viciifolia, Klasea latifolia, Klasea procumbens, Klasea legionensis, Klasea biebersteiniana, Klasea grandifolia, Klasea bogdensis, Klasea serratuloides, Klasea melanocheila, Klasea pusilla, Klasea nudicaulis, Klasea kurdica, Klasea marginata, Klasea cretica, Klasea bornmuelleri, Klasea hakkiarica, Klasea integrifolia, Klasea sogdiana, Klasea suffulta, Klasea mouterdei, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea baetica, Klasea quinquefolia, Klasea dissecta, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea oligocephala,

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-15083: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Nikolai Stojanov (1883-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stoj.' in the authors string.
Boris T. Achtarov (1885-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acht.' in the authors string.