Centaurea bruguieriana
Centaurea bruguierianana, commonly known as a rare member of the knapweed family, is a distinctive medicinal plant indigenous to specific Mediterranean habitats. Valued for its unique phytochemical properties, this species offers significant potential in ethnobotanical research, providing insights into natural therapeutic compounds used in traditional regional healing practices.
- Scientific name: Centaurea bruguieriana
- Family: Not available
- Native range: Europe
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution that spans across several distinct regions. In Middle Europe, its presence can be documented within Germany. The species also has a significant range extending deep into Central Asia. Specifically, it is found throughout the territories of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Furthermore, its distribution reaches into the mountainous landscapes of Tajikistan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |