Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micevskii
ID:
20412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 55 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019741

Common Names

  • Centaurea Micevskii
  • Micevskii
  • Micevskii Daisy

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Description

Centaurea micevskii (also called Micevski's Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall and has pink flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea micevskii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and its flowers attract bees and butterflies. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea micevskii is a small, white or yellow head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened nutlet. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea micevskii is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Division of the clumps should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Centaurea micevskii

Centaurea micevskii is native to the Balkan Peninsula. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides, slopes, and rocky outcrops. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Centaurea micevskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea micevskii?

Centaurea micevskii

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea micevskii?

It is native to the Balkans, Turkey, and the Caucasus.

What are the common names of Centaurea micevskii?

It is commonly known as Micevski's knapweed or Micevski's star thistle.

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-119090: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.