Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcnicus
ID:
40215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reese & Sam. in Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. , ser. 2, 1: 326 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039544

Common Names

  • Centaurea microcnicus
  • Centaurea
  • Knapweed

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Description

Centaurea microcnicus (also called Mediterranean knapweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, yellow-white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea microcnicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea microcnicus flower is purple with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea microcnicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Centaurea microcnicus

Centaurea microcnicus is native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed areas.

Centaurea microcnicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea microcnicus?

Centaurea microcnicus

What type of plant is Centaurea microcnicus?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea microcnicus?

It is native to Europe and North Africa.

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-138246: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Samuelsson (1885-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sam.' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Reese (1879-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reese' in the authors string.