Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
quadrifolium
ID:
594701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) G.López & C.E.Jarvis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 40: 342 (1983 publ. 1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594033

Common Names

  • Centaurium Quadrifolium
  • Four-leaved Centaury
  • Four-leaf Centaury

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Description

Centaurium quadrifolium (also called Four-leaved centaury, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Gentianaceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with a stem up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Centaurium quadrifolium is used as a diuretic, for treating anemia, and as a tonic. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and constipation, and to reduce inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Centaurium quadrifolium sub. barrelieri (Dufour) G.López
Centaurium quadrifolium sub. linariifolium (Lam.) G.López
Centaurium quadrifolium sub. quadrifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centaurium quadrifolium has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centaurium quadrifolium is a perennial plant native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Centaurium quadrifolium

Centaurium quadrifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Centaurium quadrifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centaurium quadrifolium?

Centaurium quadrifolium

What is the common name of Centaurium quadrifolium?

Four-leaved Centaury

Where is Centaurium quadrifolium found?

Centaurium quadrifolium is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia

Species in the Centaurium genus

Centaurium ameghinoi, Centaurium aschersonianum, Centaurium barrelieroides, Centaurium bianoris, Centaurium cachanlahuen, Centaurium capense, Centaurium centaurioides, Centaurium chloodes, Centaurium cochinchinense, Centaurium compar, Centaurium erythraea, Centaurium favargeri, Centaurium flexuosum, Centaurium intermedium, Centaurium jolivetinum, Centaurium litardierei, Centaurium littorale, Centaurium mairei, Centaurium malzacianum, Centaurium maritimum, Centaurium microcalyx, Centaurium minutissimum, Centaurium portense, Centaurium pulchellum, Centaurium quadrifolium, Centaurium rigualii, Centaurium scilloides, Centaurium serpentinicola, Centaurium tenuiflorum, Centaurium turcicum, Centaurium uliginosum, Centaurium chilensis, Centaurium cicekii, Centaurium pulchellum, Centaurium aschersonianum,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Ginés Alejandro López González (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.López' in the authors string.
Charles Edward Jarvis (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Jarvis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:913778-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.