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Reddish knapweed

Centaurea cuspidata Vis.

Description: Steno-endemic and a strictly protected plant, it has the status of an almost endangered species (NT). Perennial plant, heigh up to 30 cm. It has more stems. The rosette leaves are ovate-lanceolate, sometimes toothed at the base. The leaf blades are green and bare, starry dotted. The stem leaves are smaller, entire or serrated. The flowers are pinkish red. The fruit is an achenium.

Flowering time: June-August

Habitat: It grows in rock crevices that are most commonly exposed to the south

Interesting facts: It is widespread on Biokovo. It often occurs in communities with  Biokovo knapweed. According to some authors, its origin from the Tertiary era.

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