Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
centauroides
ID:
9140

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Cass. ex Kitag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Neolin. Fl. Manshur. 654 1979

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008469

Common Names

  • Klasea centauroides
  • Centauroides Klasea
  • Centaur Klasea

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Description

Klasea centauroides (also called Centaur's-foot, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 foot tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Klasea centauroides is a perennial herb that is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Klasea centauroides sub. centauroides
Klasea centauroides sub. komarovii (Iljin) L.Martins
Klasea centauroides sub. chanetii (H.Lév.) L.Martins
Klasea centauroides sub. polycephala (Iljin) L.Martins
Klasea centauroides sub. cupuliformis (Nakai & Kitag.) L.Martins
Klasea centauroides sub. strangulata (Iljin) L.Martins

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Klasea centauroides has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Klasea centauroides is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Klasea centauroides

Klasea centauroides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Klasea centauroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Klasea centauroides?

Klasea centauroides

What is the family of Klasea centauroides?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Klasea centauroides?

Centaury-leaved Klasea

Species in the Klasea genus

Klasea gracillima, Klasea erucifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea kotschyi, Klasea haussknechtii, Klasea cardunculus, Klasea flavescens, Klasea khuzistanica, Klasea aphyllopoda, Klasea radiata, Klasea chartacea, Klasea cerinthifolia, Klasea hastifolia, Klasea lyratifolia, Klasea suffruticulosa, Klasea lasiocephala, Klasea aznavouriana, Klasea coriacea, Klasea pallida, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea centauroides, Klasea leptoclada, Klasea bulgarica, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea viciifolia, Klasea latifolia, Klasea procumbens, Klasea legionensis, Klasea biebersteiniana, Klasea grandifolia, Klasea bogdensis, Klasea serratuloides, Klasea melanocheila, Klasea pusilla, Klasea nudicaulis, Klasea kurdica, Klasea marginata, Klasea cretica, Klasea bornmuelleri, Klasea hakkiarica, Klasea integrifolia, Klasea sogdiana, Klasea suffulta, Klasea mouterdei, Klasea lycopifolia, Klasea baetica, Klasea quinquefolia, Klasea dissecta, Klasea pinnatifida, Klasea oligocephala,

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,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Masao Kitagawa (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitag.' in the authors string.
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:227310-1: Based on the initial data import