Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
transalpina
ID:
356791

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Christ ex Gremli) Briq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 6: 91 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356123



Common Names

  • Knautia transalpina
  • Transalpine Knautia
  • Transalpine Knautia


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Synonyms

  • Knautia sylvatica transalpina Christ [unknown]
  • Trichera transalpina (Christ ex Gremli) Soják [unknown]

Description

Knautia transalpina (also called Transalpine Knautia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in late spring. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and along the edges of cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Knautia transalpina is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, grass-like with a single stem and small, white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Knautia transalpina is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division can be done in the spring or fall by carefully digging up the clumps and dividing them into smaller sections.

Where to Find Knautia transalpina

Knautia transalpina can be found in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro.

Knautia transalpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Knautia transalpina?

Knautia transalpina

What type of plant is Knautia transalpina?

Herb

Where is Knautia transalpina native to?

Central and South America

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-2333562: Based on the initial data import
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.
August Gremli (1833-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gremli' in the authors string.