Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arachnoidea
ID:
8937

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

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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-108: Based on the initial data import
Domenico Viviani (1772-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Viv.' in the authors string.