Centaurea eriophora
Wild Sandheath, Woolly Star Thistle
Also known as: Calcitrapa eriophora (L.) Moench +5 more
- Calcitrapa eriophora (L.) Moench
- Cyanus eriophorus (L.) Gaertn.
- Eriopha eriopha (L.) Hill
- Jacea eriophora (L.) Soják
- Mesocentron eriophorum (L.) Cass.
- Rhaponticum eriophorum (L.) Scop.
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Centaurea eriophora (commonly known as Wild Sandheath or Woolly Star-thistle) is a plant within the Asteraceae family. It originates in Africa, Temperate Asia, and Europe. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA, ASIA-TEMPERATE, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Macaronesia, Northern Africa, Southwestern Europe, Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Algeria, Canary Is., Morocco, Palestine, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Germany, Great Britain, South Australia