Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
similata
ID:
41362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Ver. Jena 3(2-3): 229. 1884

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040691

Common Names

  • Centaurea similata
  • Similar Knapweed
  • Similar Star-thistle

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Description

Centaurea similata (also called 'Similar Knapweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests. It has purple flowers and a rosette of leaves with jagged edges.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea similata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurea similata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea similata is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through cuttings or division of existing plants.

Where to Find Centaurea similata

Centaurea similata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Centaurea similata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea similata?

Centaurea similata

What is the common name of Centaurea similata?

Similar knapweed

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea similata?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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,