centaurea moschata

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Definition

Noun: * A flowering plant species: Centaurea moschata is a species of annual flowering plant in the aster family, known for its fragrant, thistle-like flower heads. It is also commonly known as sweet sultan.

Usage
  • is often cultivated in gardens for its ornamental value and pleasant scent.
  • The delicate petals of make it a popular choice for cut flower arrangements.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical classification, is sometimes referred to by its synonym .
  • The specific epithet "" refers to the musky fragrance of the flowers.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sweet sultan: The common name for .
  • Centaurea: The genus to which this species belongs, containing many plants commonly called knapweeds or cornflowers.
Synonyms
  • Sweet sultan
Related Terms
  • Annual plant: A plant that completes its life cycle in one year.
  • Asteraceae: The botanical family name for the aster, daisy, or sunflower family.
Noun
  1. Asian plant widely grown for its sweetly fragrant pink flowers; sometimes placed in genus Centaurea