Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aspromontana
ID:
18778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brullo, Scelsi & Spamp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Vegetaz. Aspromonte 49 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018107

Common Names

  • Centaurea Aspromontana
  • Centaurea
  • Aspromontana

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Description

Centaurea aspromontana (also called Aspromonte Centaury, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a few branches. It is found in rocky habitats and on dry, sunny slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea aspromontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make herbal tea. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves can be used as a fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea aspromontana is a bright yellow, star-shaped bloom with a central disc of yellow-orange. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea aspromontana is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Centaurea aspromontana

Centaurea aspromontana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Centaurea aspromontana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea aspromontana?

Centaurea aspromontana

What is the common name of Centaurea aspromontana?

Aspromonte Centaury

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea aspromontana?

Centaurea aspromontana is found in rocky slopes, grasslands, and 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-117513: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Fabrizio Scelsi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scelsi' in the authors string.
Giovanni Spampinato (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spamp.' in the authors string.