Genus Centaurea
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Range:
Location unknown
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Short etymology:
Gk. kentaurieon = in Greek mythology the centaur Chiron (Kheiron) was known for his knowledge and skill with medicine. The common name ‘Centaury’ is sometime incorrectly used for this genus, although this refers to the unrelated plant genus Centaurium.
Scientific name:
Centaurea L.
Etymology applies to:
Etymology source:
Global vulnerability:
NE
Synonym of:
Unknown
Long etymology:
Protologue:
Sp. Pl. 909 (1753)
Synonym status:
Year published:
1753
Observations of Taxon
Centaurea cyanus
Name of observer:
David Gwynne-Evans (David)
Date observed:
Date observed unknown