Status:
valid
Authors:
Hub.-Mor.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bauhinia iii. 321 (1967).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045915
Common Names
- Centaurea pinetorum
- Pine Thistle
- Pinewood Knapweed
Description
Centaurea pinetorum (also called 'Pine Knapweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and bright purple flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is found in meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea pinetorum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and roots being used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centaurea pinetorum is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedling is a small rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea pinetorum is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the plants are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Where to Find Centaurea pinetorum
Centaurea pinetorum can be found in the Pineto region of Italy.
Centaurea pinetorum FAQ
What are the common names of Centaurea pinetorum?
Centaurea pinetorum is commonly known as Pine Thistle.
What is the optimal soil type for Centaurea pinetorum?
Centaurea pinetorum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
What is the optimal temperature for Centaurea pinetorum?
Centaurea pinetorum prefers temperatures between 40-60°F (4-15°C).
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,