Centaurium spicatum (Gentianaceae)

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Centaurium spicatum
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The Centaurium spicatum plant species is found in S. Europe, Asia, Australia. It is a member of the Gentianaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. australe. Erythraea australis. E. spicata.

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Latin Name:  Centaurium spicatum
Family:  Gentianaceae
Author:  (L.)Fritsch.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Damp grassy or sandy places near the sea in S. Europe[50].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though it should succeed as a spring sown annual in this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Prefers a well-drained sandy loam with some peat[1].

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