Centaurea scabiosa

Host NectaringFull SunPerennialDry to Moist
Written By Kathyrn Major
Centaurea scabiosa has thistle like flowers with attractive light purple heads that are spiky petals.

Common Name: Greater Knapweed

Scientific Name: Centaurea scabiosa 

Specifications:

  • Plant Type: Host Nectaring Plant

  • Category: Perennial

  • Height: 30-36 inches

  • Bloom Color: Red, Purple

  • Bloom Time: June to September

  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun

  • Soil Conditions: Dry to Moist

  • Spacing: 15 inches

🌱 Notes: Centaurea scabiosa is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, Moths & Butterflies. The plant is self-fertile. The flowers have been used to treat digestive disorders and it has been known to be used to treat scabies (hence its Latin name scabiosa) and other skin complaints. The thistle like flowers have attractive light purple heads.

thistle like flowers have attractive light purple heads.
Kathyrn Major
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