Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amanicola
ID:
85353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hub.-Mor.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bauhinia iii. 322 (1967).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084682

Common Names

  • Aman Thistle
  • Aman's Thistle
  • Aman's Centaurea

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Description

Centaurea amanicola (also called Amman's Cornflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea amanicola is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea amanicola is yellow, with a single head and a ray of yellow petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea amanicola is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Centaurea amanicola

Centaurea amanicola is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Centaurea amanicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea amanicola?

Centaurea amanicola

What is the common name of Centaurea amanicola?

Amanicola thistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea amanicola?

Grassy hillsides, rocky slopes, and open woodlands

Species in the Centaurea genus

Centaurea pseudomaculosa, Centaurea spicata, Centaurea loscosii, Centaurea triniifolia, Centaurea gadorensis, Centaurea messenicolasiana, Centaurea werneri, Centaurea grisebachii, Centaurea noguerensis, Centaurea papposa, Centaurea vermiculigera, Centaurea saxicola, Centaurea linifolia, Centaurea antitauri, Centaurea lactiflora, Centaurea vavilovii, Centaurea aplolepa, Centaurea sphaerocephala, Centaurea integrans, Centaurea ognjanoffii, Centaurea stevenii, Centaurea centauroides, Centaurea pinnata, Centaurea aeolica, Centaurea cankiriensis, Centaurea ebenoides, Centaurea ceratophylla, Centaurea simonkaiana, Centaurea rothmaleriana, Centaurea chalcidicaea, Centaurea pinnatifida, Centaurea nervosa, Centaurea foveolata, Centaurea elbrusensis, Centaurea triumfettii, Centaurea hermanni, Centaurea djebel-amouri, Centaurea chrysantha, Centaurea monticola, Centaurea melitensis, Centaurea affinis, Centaurea kizildaghensis, Centaurea filiformis, Centaurea scillae, Centaurea vatevii, Centaurea sterilis, Centaurea handelii, Centaurea androssovii, Centaurea litardierei, Centaurea oxylepis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-41119: Based on the initial data import
Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.