centaurea

• Substantivo que designa o gênero Centaurea, plantas herbáceas da família das asteráceas, popularmente conhecidas como centáureas, incluindo o cardo e a escovinha.

A noun referring to a genus of flowering plants in the aster family, commonly known as knapweed or star thistle.

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   A genus of flowering plants in the aster family, often known as knapweed or star thistle, characterized by spiny flower heads and found in temperate regions.

   Centáurea ou cardo-estrelado

   • The Centaurea plant is commonly found in meadows and along roadsides.
   • Many species of Centaurea are considered invasive in certain regions.
   • The bright purple flowers of Centaurea attract bees and butterflies.

   Sinônimosknapweedstar-thistle