Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
dinarica
ID:
357349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Murb.) Borbás

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 44: 399 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356681



Common Names

  • Dinaric Knautia
  • Dinaric Knautia Meadow-Rue
  • Dinaric Meadow-Rue


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Synonyms

  • Knautia sylvatica dinarica Murb. [unknown]

Description

Knautia dinarica (also called Dinaric 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 dinarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Knautia dinarica sub. silana (Grande) Ehrend.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knautia dinarica has small, purple 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 dinarica 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 dinarica

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

Knautia dinarica FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Knautia dinarica?

Knautia dinarica prefers well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

What is the growth rate of Knautia dinarica?

Knautia dinarica grows at a moderate rate of about 12 inches per year.

What is the best climate for Knautia dinarica?

Knautia dinarica prefers full sun and a temperate climate.

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-2334497: Based on the initial data import
Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.
Svante Samuel Murbeck (1859-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Murb.' in the authors string.