Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanulata
ID:
41380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eig

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 63(1): 47 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040709

Common Names

  • Centaurea lanulata
  • Woolly Knapweed
  • Woolly Star-thistle

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Description

Centaurea lanulata (also called 'Woolly Knapweed', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests. It has purple flowers and a rosette of leaves with toothed edges.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea lanulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea lanulata is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea lanulata is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to fertilize occasionally.

Where to Find Centaurea lanulata

Centaurea lanulata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Centaurea lanulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea lanulata?

Centaurea lanulata

What is the common name of Centaurea lanulata?

Woolly knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea lanulata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,