Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 10: 119 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038660
Common Names
- Idaea Centaurea
- Idaea Starthistle
- Centaurea idaea
Description
Centaurea idaea (also called Idaea Centaurea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm (12 in). The leaves are lanceolate, and the flowers are white or pink with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea idaea is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife. It is also known to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea idaea is a pink-purple thistle-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea idaea is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in late winter or early spring in a cold frame. The seedlings can be transplanted to their final position when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Centaurea idaea
Centaurea idaea can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Centaurea idaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea idaea?
Centaurea idaea
What is the common name of Centaurea idaea?
Ida's Knapweed
What is the habitat of Centaurea idaea?
Centaurea idaea is found in dry, rocky slopes 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,