Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
germanicopolitana
ID:
139764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 89: 376 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139093

Common Names

  • German Cornflower
  • German Starthistle
  • Bachelor's Button

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Synonyms

  • Cyanus germanicopolitanus (Bornm.) Holub [unknown]

Description

Centaurea germanicopolitana (also called Germanicopolitan Centaurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and Eastern Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea germanicopolitana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea germanicopolitana is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea germanicopolitana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Centaurea germanicopolitana

Centaurea germanicopolitana can be found in the Germanic regions of Europe.

Centaurea germanicopolitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea germanicopolitana?

Centaurea germanicopolitana

What type of plant is Centaurea germanicopolitana?

Annual herb

Where is Centaurea germanicopolitana found?

South America

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,