Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fuscomarginata
ID:
36652

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Koch) Juz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 14: 41 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035981

Common Names

  • Fuscomarginata Centaurea
  • Centaurea Fuscomarginata
  • Centaurea Fuscomarginata Plant

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Synonyms

  • Cyanus fuscomarginatus (K.Koch) Greuter [unknown]
  • Centaurea axillaris fuscomarginata K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Centaurea fuscomarginata (also called the Brown-margined Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant, reaching only about 6 inches in height, with small, white, daisy-like flowers with brown margins. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea fuscomarginata has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of skin diseases, as an anti-inflammatory, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea fuscomarginata is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea fuscomarginata is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Centaurea fuscomarginata

Centaurea fuscomarginata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Centaurea fuscomarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea fuscomarginata?

Centaurea fuscomarginata

What type of plant is Centaurea fuscomarginata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Centaurea fuscomarginata grow?

It is native to Europe

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

Sergéi Yuzepchuk (1893-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Juz.' in the authors string.
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:190540-1: Based on the initial data import