Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dursunbeyensis
ID:
1319084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Uysal & Köse

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 33(1): 42 (41-46; figs. 1-2, (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331538

Common Names

  • Centaurea Dursunbeyensis
  • Dursunbeyensis Centaurea
  • Dursunbeyensis Star Thistle

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Description

Centaurea dursunbeyensis (also called Dursunbey Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to Turkey, and is found in dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea dursunbeyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used as a food source and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea dursunbeyensis has yellow flowers with a white centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea dursunbeyensis is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Centaurea dursunbeyensis

Centaurea dursunbeyensis can be found in the mountains of Turkey.

Centaurea dursunbeyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea dursunbeyensis?

Centaurea dursunbeyensis

What is the common name of Centaurea dursunbeyensis?

Dursunbey Centaurea

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea dursunbeyensis?

It is native to the Turkish provinces of Balıkesir and Çanakkale

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

Tuna Uysal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uysal' in the authors string.
Yavuz Bülent Köse: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Köse' in the authors string.