Status:
valid
Authors:
Viv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Genoa) 1(2): 185 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008266
Common Names
- Centaurea Spider
- Spider Centaurea
- Arachnoidea Centaurea
Description
Centaurea arachnoidea (also called Spider Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has pink flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea arachnoidea is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centaurea arachnoidea sub. adonidifolia (Rchb.) F.Conti, Moraldo & Ricceri
Centaurea arachnoidea sub. montis-ferrati Ricceri, Moraldo & F.Conti
Centaurea arachnoidea sub. arachnoidea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea arachnoidea is white, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin and long, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea arachnoidea is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.
Where to Find Centaurea arachnoidea
Centaurea arachnoidea can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.
Centaurea arachnoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea arachnoidea?
Centaurea arachnoidea
What type of plant is Centaurea arachnoidea?
Centaurea arachnoidea is a herb
Where is Centaurea arachnoidea native to?
Centaurea arachnoidea is native to Greece
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,