Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fusiformis
ID:
22888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blakelock

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4(1): 47 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022217

Common Names

  • Centaurea fusiformis
  • Relhania acerosa
  • Acmella decumbens

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Description

Centaurea fusiformis (also called Fusiform Star Thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found growing in grasslands, open woods and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea fusiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea fusiformis is white in color and has a star-shaped shape. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea fusiformis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant can also be propagated from seed, though this is not recommended.

Where to Find Centaurea fusiformis

Centaurea fusiformis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Centaurea fusiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea fusiformis?

Centaurea fusiformis

What is the common name of Centaurea fusiformis?

Fusiform Starthistle

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea fusiformis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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