Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elbrusensis
ID:
5528

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Buhse

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 12: 131 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004857

Common Names

  • Elbrus Centaurea
  • Elbrus Knapweed
  • Elbrus Starthistle

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Description

Centaurea elbrusensis (also called 'Elbrus Knapweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea elbrusensis is a plant native to Europe and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to help with headaches and muscle pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea elbrusensis has purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea elbrusensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a cold frame or in a seedbed.

Where to Find Centaurea elbrusensis

Centaurea elbrusensis is found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Centaurea elbrusensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea elbrusensis?

Centaurea elbrusensis

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea elbrusensis?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

What is the flowering season of Centaurea elbrusensis?

Summer

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alexander Buhse (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buhse' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:190430-1: Based on the initial data import