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black knapweed

Centaurea nigra

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Centaurea

About

Centaurea nigra is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family known by the common names lesser knapweed, common knapweed and black knapweed. A local vernacular name is hardheads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of black knapweed?
The scientific name of black knapweed is Centaurea nigra.
What is the conservation status of black knapweed?
The black knapweed has a conservation status of NNA.
What kingdom does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does black knapweed belong to?
black knapweed belongs to the genus Centaurea.