Status:
valid
Authors:
Ranjbar & Negaresh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 149(1): 51 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338453
Common Names
- Sanandaj Centaurea
- Sanandaj Cornflower
- Centaurea sanandajensis
Description
Centaurea sanandajensis (also called Sanandaj Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Iran. It has small, oval leaves and pink, thistle-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea sanandajensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Centaurea sanandajensis flower is a small, white, tubular flower with a diameter of 0.2-0.4 inches. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea sanandajensis can be grown from seed or propagated from cuttings. For seed, sow in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Centaurea sanandajensis
Centaurea sanandajensis can be found in Iran and other parts of the Middle East.
Centaurea sanandajensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea sanandajensis?
Centaurea sanandajensis
What is the common name of Centaurea sanandajensis?
Sanandaj Centaurea
What is the natural habitat of Centaurea sanandajensis?
Centaurea sanandajensis is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands of Southern Asia
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
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.