Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
arvernensis
ID:
357331

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Briq.) Szabó

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Közlem. 31: 132 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356663



Common Names

  • Knautia arvernensis
  • Arvernian Knautia
  • Arvernensis


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Synonyms

  • Knautia ovatifolia (Lag.) G.Don [unknown]
  • Knautia prosti Chass. & Szabó [unknown]
  • Knautia lacaitae Szabó [unknown]
  • Trichera legionensis (Lag.) Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Trichera arvernensis (Briq.) Soják [unknown]
  • Scabiosa ovatifolia Lag. [unknown]
  • Knautia subcanescens arvernensis Briq. [unknown]

Description

Knautia arvernensis (also called Arvernian Knautia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb species of the genus Knautia. It is native to Europe, where it is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia arvernensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Knautia arvernensis sub. catalaunica (Sennen ex Szabó) O.Bolòs & Vigo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knautia arvernensis has small, red flowers with yellow centers and a white eye. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia arvernensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It should be watered regularly during dry periods. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Knautia arvernensis

Knautia arvernensis is found in wetland habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Knautia arvernensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia arvernensis?

Knautia arvernensis

What is the common name of Knautia arvernensis?

Arvernensis Knautia

What is the natural habitat of Knautia arvernensis?

Meadows and pastures

Species in the Knautia genus

Knautia velebitica, Knautia ujhelyii, Knautia transalpina, Knautia trachytica, Knautia visiani, Knautia caroli-rechingeri, Knautia byzantina, Knautia calycina, Knautia carinthiaca, Knautia nevadensis, Knautia norica, Knautia basaltica, Knautia baldensis, Knautia arvernensis, Knautia dalmatica, Knautia dipsacifolia, Knautia dinarica, Knautia chassagnei, Knautia cousturieri, Knautia clementii, Knautia magnifica, Knautia macedonica, Knautia mauritanica, Knautia mollis, Knautia adriatica, Knautia albanica, Knautia ambigua, Knautia arvensis, Knautia alleizettei, Knautia drymeia, Knautia dobrogensis, Knautia shepardii, Knautia pancicii, Knautia oecsemensis, Knautia orientalis, Knautia pectinata, Knautia persicina, Knautia sambucifolia, Knautia rupicola, Knautia salvadoris, Knautia sarajevensis, Knautia sennenii, Knautia sequanica, Knautia ressmanni, Knautia illyrica, Knautia intercedens, Knautia involucrata, Knautia fleischmannii, Knautia foreziensis, Knautia gussonei,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2334476: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Zoltán Szabó (1882-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szabó' in the authors string.