Status:
valid
Authors:
Sm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1813
Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 2(1): 198 (1813)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117798
Common Names
- Cushion Knapweed
- Cuneate Knapweed
- Centaurea Cuneifolia
Synonyms
- Centaurea cuneifolia cuneifolia [unknown]
Description
Centaurea cuneifolia (also called Wedgeleaf Knapweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea cuneifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centaurea cuneifolia sub. pallida (Friv.) Hayek
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea cuneifolia has small yellow flowers with four to eight petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy with a tuft of white bristles. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons, followed by a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea cuneifolia is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.
Where to Find Centaurea cuneifolia
Centaurea cuneifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Centaurea cuneifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea cuneifolia?
Centaurea cuneifolia
What is the habitat of Centaurea cuneifolia?
Centaurea cuneifolia is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
What is the flowering period of Centaurea cuneifolia?
Centaurea cuneifolia flowers from June to August.
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,