What is another word for lesser knapweed?
Pronunciation: [lˈɛsə nˈapwiːd] (IPA) 
Lesser knapweed is a perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. The scientific name of the lesser knapweed is Centaurea nigra. There are different synonyms for the lesser knapweed such as black knapweed, hardheads, cornflower, and lesser centaury. The plant is native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia but has now become naturalized in some parts of North America. Lesser knapweed has beautiful purple-pink flowers that bloom in summer and attract bees and butterflies. The plant has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes such as treating skin problems, eye ailments, and digestive issues. Despite its medicinal properties, lesser knapweed can be considered invasive and harmful to native plant species.
