Cnicus

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knapweed

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Other common names

centaury, knop weed, mat fellon, star thistle, starhead

Synonyms

Cnicus

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Botanical Details

Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Centaurea may be annuals, perennials or subshrubs, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and showy thistle-like flowers-heads, often with enlarged outer florets
Name Status
Synonym
Plant Range
Euras., N Am. & Aus.