Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretica
ID:
109071

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turrill) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108400



Common Names

  • Cretan Klasea
  • Klasea cretica
  • Cretan Klasea-aster


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Synonyms

  • Serratula cichoracea cretica Turrill [unknown]
  • Klasea flavescens cretica (Turrill) Greuter & Wagenitz [unknown]

Description

Klasea cretica (also called Cretan Klasea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has white flowers and narrow, green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Klasea cretica has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin problems. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Klasea cretica is white and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Klasea cretica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Klasea cretica

Klasea cretica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky and sandy soils. It is also found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Klasea cretica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Klasea cretica?

Klasea cretica

What is the common name of Klasea cretica?

Cretan Klasea

What is the natural habitat of Klasea cretica?

Klasea cretica is native to the Mediterranean region

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-6693: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
William Bertram Turrill (1890-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turrill' in the authors string.