Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
legionis-septimae
ID:
8465

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas & Susanna

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 9: 13 (1985) (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007794

Common Names

  • Centaurea legionis-septimae
  • Seventh Legion Star-thistle
  • Seventh Legion Centaurea

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Description

Centaurea legionis-septimae (also called Legion's Star Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with pink flowers that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry habitats and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea legionis-septimae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea legionis-septimae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea legionis-septimae is a hardy, drought-resistant plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Centaurea legionis-septimae

Centaurea legionis-septimae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, meadows, and other grassy areas.

Centaurea legionis-septimae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea legionis-septimae?

Centaurea legionis-septimae

What is the common name of Centaurea legionis-septimae?

Seventh Legion Knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea legionis-septimae?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-107535: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Javier Fernández Casas (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Casas' in the authors string.
Alfonso Susanna (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Susanna' in the authors string.