Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grisebachii
ID:
2192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nyman) Heldr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Herb. Graec. Norm. no. 1155. 1891

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001521

Common Names

  • Gray Knapweed
  • Centaurea Grisebachii
  • Grey Knapweed

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Description

Centaurea grisebachii (also called 'Grisebach's Centaurea', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single, erect stem that grows up to 0.5 m tall and is covered in small, white hairs. The leaves are lanceolate and have a pungent smell. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea grisebachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea grisebachii sub. transiens (Halácsy) T.Georgiadis
Centaurea grisebachii sub. confusa (Halácsy) Dostál
Centaurea grisebachii sub. occidentalis E.Gamal-Eldin & Wagenitz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea grisebachii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea grisebachii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Centaurea grisebachii

Centaurea grisebachii is native to Europe and can be found in Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Switzerland.

Centaurea grisebachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea grisebachii?

Centaurea grisebachii

What is the common name of Centaurea grisebachii?

Grisebach's knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea grisebachii?

It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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

Carl Fredrik Nyman (1820-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyman' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.