Knautia palaestina Linnaeus, Mantissa Plantarum Altera: 197. 1771.

"Habitat in Palaestina. Hasselquist." RCN: 829.

Type not designated.

Original material: Hasselquist, Herb. Linn. No. 121.4 (LINN) .

Current name: Lomelosia brachiata (Sm.) Greuter & Burdet ( Dipsacaceae).