Status:
valid
Authors:
Tzvelev
Source:
gcc
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 19: 414 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059757
Common Names
- Centaurea tadshicorum
- Tadzhik Centaurea
- Tadzhik Starthistle
Synonyms
- Hyalea tadshicorum (Tzvelev) Soják [unknown]
- Centaurea hierapolitana cabulica Bornm. [unknown]
- Eremopappus tadshicorum (Tzvelev) Panigrahi [unknown]
Description
Centaurea tadshicorum (also called Tadschikistan star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea tadshicorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea tadshicorum is yellow and has a single head with a few ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is small and has a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea tadshicorum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken in summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant will reach a height of up to 60 cm.
Where to Find Centaurea tadshicorum
Centaurea tadshicorum is native to Turkey. It can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Centaurea tadshicorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea tadshicorum?
Centaurea tadshicorum
What is the common name of Centaurea tadshicorum?
Tadzhik Centaury
What is the family of Centaurea tadshicorum?
Asteraceae
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,