Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusiloba
ID:
23286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Batt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Contrib. Fl. Atlant. 52. 1919

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022615

Common Names

  • Centaurea obtusiloba
  • Oblong-headed Knapweed
  • Oblong-headed Star-thistle

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Description

Centaurea obtusiloba (also called 'Oblong-leaved Centaurea', among many other common names) is a biennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grassy meadows and is characterized by its large, purple flowers and long, branching stems.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea obtusiloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea obtusiloba is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a central yellow disc and yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea obtusiloba is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Cut back the foliage in late fall and mulch over the winter.

Where to Find Centaurea obtusiloba

Centaurea obtusiloba can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Centaurea obtusiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea obtusiloba?

Centaurea obtusiloba

What is the common name of Centaurea obtusiloba?

Blunt-lobed Knapweed

Where is Centaurea obtusiloba native to?

Europe

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,

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