Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
donetzica
ID:
56835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klokov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Trav. Inst. Bot., Univ. Kharkov, ed. Med. 1: 86, 101. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056164

Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Star Thistle
  • Basket Flower

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea margaritacea donetzica (Klokov) Dostál [unknown]

Description

Centaurea donetzica (also called Donetz knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields, and prefers dry soils.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea donetzica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea donetzica has small, purple flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea donetzica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Centaurea donetzica

Centaurea donetzica is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Centaurea donetzica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea donetzica?

Centaurea donetzica

What is the common name of Centaurea donetzica?

Donetz Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea donetzica?

Dry, rocky and sandy soils

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,

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