Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foveolata
ID:
5515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blakelock

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4(1): 46 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004844

Common Names

  • Foveolate Centaurea
  • Foveolate Knapweed
  • Foveolate Starthistle

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Description

Centaurea foveolata (also called 'Foveolate Knapweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea foveolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea foveolata is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea foveolata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized twice a year. It is also susceptible to powdery mildew, so it should be monitored for signs of infection.

Where to Find Centaurea foveolata

Centaurea foveolata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Centaurea foveolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea foveolata?

Centaurea foveolata

What are the common names of Centaurea foveolata?

Pitted knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea foveolata?

Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands

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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