Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasiopoda
ID:
78367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Popov & Kult.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Trudy Sredne-Aziatsk. Gosud. Univ., Ser. 8b, Bot. 3: 110 (1928) (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077696

Common Names

  • Centaurea
  • Star Thistle
  • Knapweed

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Description

Centaurea lasiopoda (also called Woolly Knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head with purple ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea lasiopoda is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centaurea lasiopoda are small, yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea lasiopoda is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed, division, or cuttings. It is best to sow the seed in the spring or early summer, and to divide the plants in the fall. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Centaurea lasiopoda

Centaurea lasiopoda can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in British Columbia, Canada.

Centaurea lasiopoda FAQ

What are the characteristics of Centaurea lasiopoda?

Centaurea lasiopoda is an annual herbaceous plant with a height of up to 40 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and the flowers are pink or white in color.

Where is Centaurea lasiopoda found?

Centaurea lasiopoda is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

What is the habitat of Centaurea lasiopoda?

Centaurea lasiopoda is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-34313: Based on the initial data import
Mikhail Vasilyevich Kultiasov (1891-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kult.' in the authors string.
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.