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Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Plant Care
Centaurea sulphurea Willd.
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The Centaurea sulphurea is recognized by its silvery-grey foliage, adding a unique texture to any garden. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this plant is sought after by collectors for its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators with its vibrant yellow flowers.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Water Enum. Pl. (Willd.) every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
What Is the Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) (Centaurea sulphurea) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Centaurea genus. Enum. Pl. (Willd.) is native to southwestern Europe and.
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) displays an upright, branching perennial growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Enum. Pl. (Willd.) produces showy, thistle-like flower heads in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Centaurea sulphurea requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Need?
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Prefer?
Centaurea sulphurea grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Enum. Pl. (Willd.) prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Enum. Pl. (Willd.) to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Feed Enum. Pl. (Willd.) every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to blue cornflower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Enum. Pl. (Willd.), so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Enum. Pl. (Willd.)?
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, powdery mildew. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Enum. Pl. (Willd.) Need?
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Enum. Pl. (Willd.) is native to southwestern Europe and. In cooler regions, grow Enum. Pl. (Willd.) as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Centaurea genus — compare its care with other Centaurea species on PlantoScan.
Centaurea is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Enum. Pl. (Willd.) thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Centaurea Species
Other Centaurea species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Centaurea sulphurea Willd., family Asteraceae (first published in Enum. Pl. 2: 930 (1809)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Enum. Pl. (Willd.), so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Daniel Montesinos, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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