Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aplolepa
ID:
3037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moretti

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Giorn. Fis. Chim. Storia Nat. Med. Arti , ser. 2, 9(2): 154 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002366

Common Names

  • Centaurea Aplolepa
  • Aplolepa's Centaurea
  • Aplolepa's Star-thistle

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea aplolepa aplolepa [unknown]
  • Centaurea paniculata aplolepa (Moretti) Briq. & Cavill. [unknown]

Description

Centaurea aplolepa (also called yellow star thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are opposite and have toothed margins. It is found in open woods, thickets, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea aplolepa is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea aplolepa sub. parvula (Ces.) Arcang.
Centaurea aplolepa sub. bertolonii (Arrigoni) Greuter
Centaurea aplolepa sub. cosana (Fiori) Dostál
Centaurea aplolepa sub. levantina (Arrigoni) Greuter
Centaurea aplolepa sub. gallinariae (Briq. & Cavill.) Dostál
Centaurea aplolepa sub. maremmana (Fiori) Dostál
Centaurea aplolepa sub. carueliana (Micheletti) Dostál
Centaurea aplolepa sub. subciliata (DC.) Arcang.
Centaurea aplolepa sub. aplolepa
Centaurea aplolepa sub. lunensis (Fiori) Dostál

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea aplolepa has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea aplolepa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Centaurea aplolepa

Centaurea aplolepa is native to Europe and can be found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Centaurea aplolepa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea aplolepa?

Centaurea aplolepa is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Centaurea aplolepa prefer?

Centaurea aplolepa prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the average height of Centaurea aplolepa?

Centaurea aplolepa typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter.

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-102274: Based on the initial data import
Giuseppe Moretti (1782-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moretti' in the authors string.