Diffuse knapweed

Centaurea diffusa is a member of the genus Centaurea and is commonly referred to as diffuse knapweed, white knapweed, or tumble knapweed. It was first described in 1785 by Lam. and is now found in various regions including Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and several European countries. Despite its prevalence in western North America, it is not native to the continent, having originated in the eastern Mediterranean. Its spread has made it a notable species in both North American and European floras.