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Asteraceae
Globe Centaurea
Centaurea macrocephala
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- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Centaurea
- Native to
- Caucasus, Turkey
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- perennial herb
- Height
- 3-4 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- well-drained, average
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 3-8
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The species name 'macrocephala' means 'large-headed,' referring to its impressive thistle-like blooms.
- The golden flower heads can reach up to 10 cm across, resembling giant golden thistles.
- The papery brown bracts surrounding the flower bud are attractive even before the flower opens.
- Centaureas are named after the centaur Chiron from Greek mythology, who was skilled in herbal medicine.
- The dried seed heads are highly ornamental and persist through winter, providing visual interest.
Color meanings
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pride
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