Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
napulifera
ID:
34462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rochel

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Act. Hungar. Evhony. t. 3. 1834

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033791

Common Names

  • Napoli Cornflower
  • Napoli Knapweed
  • Napoli Starthistle

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Description

Centaurea napulifera (also called Naples Star Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has pink flowers and spiny leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea napulifera is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurea napulifera sub. napulifera
Centaurea napulifera sub. tuberosa (Vis.) Dostál
Centaurea napulifera sub. velenovskyi (Adamović) Wagenitz & E.Gamal-Eldin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea napulifera is yellow, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea napulifera is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and keep in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Centaurea napulifera

Centaurea napulifera is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Centaurea napulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea napulifera?

Centaurea napulifera

What type of plant is Centaurea napulifera?

Centaurea napulifera is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea napulifera?

Centaurea napulifera is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,