Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dostál) J.Duvign. & Lambinon
Source:
gcc
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Fl. Belg., Luxemb., France etc., ed. 2: 829. 1978
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095910
Common Names
- Centaurea Thuillieri
- Thistle
- Centaurea
Description
Centaurea thuillieri (also called 'Thuillier's Knapweed', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 40 cm high. It has bright yellow flowers with dark centers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea thuillieri is used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. Additionally, its flowers can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea thuillieri has yellow flowers with a black center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea thuillieri is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Centaurea thuillieri
Centaurea thuillieri is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
Centaurea thuillieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea thuillieri?
Centaurea thuillieri
What is the family of Centaurea thuillieri?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Centaurea thuillieri?
Thuillier's Knapweed
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,