Centaurea Nigra Collection

Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra) in ancient alpine meadow with hut. in distance, North Tyrol, Austria. June 2018

Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra), X-ray

centaurea nigra, knapweed
0428 Knapweed Centaurea nigra Centaurea nigra Black Knapweed

Knapweed, Centaurea nigra
428 Knapweed - Black knapweed Centaurea nigra Marbled White butterfly on Knapweed

Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra) Sark, British Channel islands, September

Common Knapweed (Centaurea nigra) flowering in grassland in Dorset, England

Centaurea nigra, var. decipiens; Black Knapweed, var. B

Linaria supina; Decumbent Toadflax

Centaurea nigra; Black Knapweed
Centaurea nigra, var. decipiens; Black Knapweed, var. B

Centaurea nigra, var. decipiens, Black Knapweed, var. B

Six-spot burnet moth (Zygaena filipendulae) on a common knapweed flower (Centaurea nigra). This day-flying moth feeds on knapweed, scabious and a variety of other plants. Photographed in Dorset, UK

Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis)
Evening primrose flowers (Oenothera biennis, yellow) and common knapweed (Centaurea nigra, purple) on a slope near sand dunes. The removal of trees has encouraged the growth of wildflowers

Common kanpweed (Centaurea nigra)
Common knapweed flowers (Centaurea nigra)

Bumblebee - feeding on Black Knapweed flower in a meadow. Wiltshire, England
DK-114 Bumblebee - feeding on Black Knapweed flower in a meadow. Wiltshire, England. Bombus ruderarius David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Discover the beauty of Centaurea nigra, commonly known as Knapweed, in various stunning settings. In an ancient alpine meadow with a distant hut in North Tyrol, this vibrant flower adds a pop of color to the serene landscape. Take a closer look at its intricate structure through an X-ray image that reveals its fascinating inner workings. Found on Sark, one of the British Channel Islands, in September, Centaurea nigra stands tall amidst other flora and fauna. Its dark purple petals create a striking contrast against the lush green surroundings. This resilient plant thrives even in challenging environments, and is known as Black Knapweed due to its deep-colored blooms. With multiple sightings captured here, it showcases its versatility and adaptability across different regions and habitats. In addition to being visually captivating, Centaurea nigra plays an essential role in supporting biodiversity by attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It serves as a vital food source for these creatures while contributing to the overall health of ecosystems. This species coexists harmoniously with other plants like Decumbent Toadflax (Linaria supina) and Tall Broom-rape (Orobanche elatior), forming diverse communities that enhance ecological balance. Whether you encounter Centaurea nigra in picturesque alpine meadows or coastal landscapes like Sark's rocky shores, let this enchanting flower remind you of nature's resilience and beauty.