Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brulla
ID:
96754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 54 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096083

Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Brulles Knapweed
  • Brulles Star Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea apula Bianco & Brullo [illegitimate]

Description

Centaurea brulla (also called 'Broom Cornflower', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, pink flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea brulla is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and xeriscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea brulla is a small yellow flower head, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea brulla is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Centaurea brulla

Centaurea brulla is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grassy areas and along roadsides.

Centaurea brulla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea brulla?

Centaurea brulla

What is the family of Centaurea brulla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Centaurea brulla?

Woolly Knapweed

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-52237: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.