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Brown Knapweed

Centaurea jacea

Least Concern

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The Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea) is a species in the genus Centaurea. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Tajikistan), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Chile).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Centaurea

Species

Centaurea jacea (Brown Knapweed)

Names in Other Languages

French centaurée jacée

German Wiesen-Flockenblume

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Akamas Centaury

Centaurea akamantis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown Knapweed?

The scientific name of Brown Knapweed is Centaurea jacea. It belongs to the genus Centaurea.

What is the conservation status of Brown Knapweed?

Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brown Knapweed live?

Brown Knapweed is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan, Tajikistan), Europe (9 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Japan.

What family does Brown Knapweed belong to?

Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea) belongs to the genus Centaurea, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

Is Brown Knapweed endangered?

No, Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brown Knapweed belong to?

Brown Knapweed (Centaurea jacea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Brown Knapweed?

The closest relatives of Brown Knapweed in the genus Centaurea include Akamas Centaury, Alpine Knapweed, Bighead knapweed, Black Knapweed, Blessed thistle.