Status:
valid
Authors:
Sibth. & Sm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. (Sibthorp). t. 917.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115584
Common Names
- Raphael Knapweed
- Centaurea raphanina
- Centaurea
Description
Centaurea raphanina (also called Ironweed, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea raphanina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Centaurea raphanina sub. mixta (DC.) Runemark
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea raphanina is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, thin plant with a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea raphanina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Centaurea raphanina
Centaurea raphanina is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Centaurea raphanina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea raphanina?
Centaurea raphanina
What is the common name of Centaurea raphanina?
Raphanus Knapweed
What is the natural habitat of Centaurea raphanina?
Centaurea raphanina is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.
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,