Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spuria
ID:
24243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kern.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 22: 51 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023572

Common Names

  • Centaurea spuria
  • Spurious Knapweed
  • Spurious Centaurea

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Description

Centaurea spuria (also called 'Spotted Knapweed', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are small and oval-shaped, and its flowers are pink and thistle-like.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurea spuria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centaurea spuria is a bright pink-purple color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with ovate-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurea spuria is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Centaurea spuria

Centaurea spuria is native to Europe, and can be found in France, Germany, and Italy.

Centaurea spuria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurea spuria?

Centaurea spuria

What is the natural habitat of Centaurea spuria?

It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky areas.

What are the uses of Centaurea spuria?

It is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and as an ornamental plant.

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,