Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
fleischmannii
ID:
358172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hladnik ex Rchb.) Beck

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 9: 354 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357504



Common Names

  • Knautia fleischmannii
  • Fleischmannii Knautia
  • Knautia


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Synonyms

  • Trichera fleischmannii (Hladnik ex Rchb.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Scabiosa fleischmannii Hladn. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Knautia arvensis rigidiuscula W.D.J.Koch [unknown]

Description

Knautia fleischmannii (also called Fleischmann's Knautia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has small, white flowers and hairy stems and leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia fleischmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Knautia fleischmannii is purple and has a star-shaped form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia fleischmannii is a perennial that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist and warm and the seedlings should germinate in a few weeks. Once the seedlings are established, transplant them into individual pots and grow them in a sunny location.

Where to Find Knautia fleischmannii

Knautia fleischmannii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Knautia fleischmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia fleischmannii?

Knautia fleischmannii

What is the common name of Knautia fleischmannii?

Fleischmann's Knautia

What type of plant is Knautia fleischmannii?

Herbaceous perennial

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-2335736: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Reichenbach (1793-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.' in the authors string.
Günther Beck von Mannagetta und Lerchenau (1856-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beck' in the authors string.
Franz von Paula Hladnik (1773-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hladnik' in the authors string.