Gaudini's cornflower
Centaurea jacea subsp. gaudinii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Gaudini's cornflower, scientifically known as Centaurea jacea subsp. gaudinii, is a rare, specialized subspecies valued for its unique botanical properties. Found in specific Mediterranean habitats, this medicinal plant offers intriguing phytochemical potential. Research into its bioactive compounds continues to explore its traditional uses and therapeutic applications in natural medicine.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Gaudini'S Cornflower
- Scientific synonyms
- Centaurea Gaudinii · Centaurea Amara Subsp. Gaudinii · 8 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Gaudini's cornflower
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Centaurea jacea subsp. gaudiniiSynonyms
- Centaurea gaudinii
- Centaurea amara subsp. gaudinii
- Jacea bracteata
- Centaurea amara var. bracteata
- Centaurea amara subsp. bracteata
- Centaurea jacea var. bracteata
- Jacea pratensis subsp. gaudinii
- Centaurea saxatilis subsp. gaudinii
- Jacea gaudinii
- Centaurea bracteata
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Gaudins Wiesen-Flockenblume
French:
- Centauree de Gaudin
- Centaurée de Gaudin
- Centaurée à bractées
Sources: Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Centaurea. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies Centaurea jacea subsp. gaudinii.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Centaurea |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Austria and Switzerland. Moving toward Southwestern Europe, its range extends into the territories of France. The species is also present in Southeastern Europe, specifically within Italy. Finally, its geographical reach includes the island of Sicilia located in the Mediterranean.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. |
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Morocco |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Centaurea jacea subsp. gaudinii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Phytochemistry