Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
358437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chass. & Szabó

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Közlem. 31: 140 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357769



Common Names

  • Knautia spectabilis
  • Showy Knautia
  • Knautia


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Description

Knautia spectabilis (also called Spectacular Knautia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial, typically growing to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to Central Europe. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry grassland to moist forest.

Uses & Benefits

Knautia spectabilis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used as a ground cover in dry areas. It can also be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Knautia spectabilis flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia spectabilis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Knautia spectabilis

Knautia spectabilis can be found in the forests of Central and Eastern Europe

Knautia spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia spectabilis?

Knautia spectabilis

What is the common name of Knautia spectabilis?

Spectacular Knautia

Where is Knautia spectabilis native to?

Central and Eastern Europe

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

Maurice Chassagne (1880-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chass.' in the authors string.
Zoltán Szabó (1882-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szabó' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:319481-1: Based on the initial data import