Etymology: Centaurea: ancient Greek plant-name, poetically associated with Chiron, the Centaur, but without wholly satisfactory explanation
Plants: annual/biennial forb
Hazardous: Careful, this plant is hazardous!
Invasiveness: Prohibited Invasive - Eradicate!
Conservation Status: Introduced - locally established; ecologically invasive

Flora of North America: Flora of North America WIS DNR-Bureau of Endangered Resources: Detailed information on Wisconsin invasive species including decription, habitats, control methods Invasive And Exotic Species of North America: Descriptions, management issues, warnings, photos, etc. USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos