Invasive Species: Meadow Knapweed
Centaurea pratensis
Ironically, this plant was introduced as livestock forage and now it can displace up to 60% of grazing forage.
Why is it important to control?
Meadow knapweed out-competes grasses and other pasture species and is difficult to control.
How can you identify it?
Habitat: | Sunny locations including wet meadows and along riverbanks. |
Life Cycle: | Perennial |
Height: | Up to 3.5 ft |
Leaf Description: | Rosette leaves are deeply lobed. Mature leaves are pale green and hairy |
Fruit & Flower Description: | Pink to purple flowers have light brown bracts. Flowers are solitary |
Bloom Time: | June to September |