Status:
valid
Authors:
Graells
Source:
gcc
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Mem. Acad. Cienc. Madr. 2: 462. 1859
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030258
Common Names
- Centaurea
- Ambleside Centaurea
- Amblensis
Synonyms
- Centaurea amblensis amblensis [unknown]
- Colymbada amblensis amblensis [unknown]
Description
Centaurea amblensis (also called Amblen's Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and stony slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea amblensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centaurea amblensis sub. amblensis
Centaurea amblensis sub. tendudaica (Rivas Goday) Rivas Mart.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea amblensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea amblensis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Centaurea amblensis
Centaurea amblensis is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas.
Centaurea amblensis FAQ
What are the common uses of Centaurea amblensis?
Centaurea amblensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its timber.
What is the natural habitat of Centaurea amblensis?
Centaurea amblensis is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the scientific classification of Centaurea amblensis?
Centaurea amblensis belongs to the family Asteraceae and the genus Centaurea.
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,