Centaurea calcitrapa
About
Centaurea calcitrapa is a species of flowering plant known by several common names, including common star thistle, red star-thistle and purple star thistle. It is native to Europe but is known across the globe as an introduced species and often a noxious weed. The species name calcitrapa comes from the word caltrop, a type of weapon covered in sharp spikes.
- Family
- Asteraceae
How to use it
Star-thistle can be used in ecological restoration projects, as it may help stabilize soil in certain areas. However, caution is advised due to its invasive nature, which can outcompete native plants.
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Gardening tip
If you find star-thistle in your garden, it's best to remove it promptly to prevent it from spreading. Be sure to dig up the entire root system to stop it from growing back!
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In the kitchen
The star-thistle is not eaten by humans, as it is primarily considered a weed. Its sharp spines can make it unappealing and potentially harmful if ingested.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Centaurea calcitrapa
- Slug
- centaurea-calcitrapa
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Centaurea
- Species
- calcitrapa
- Wikidata QID
- Q1763537
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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