Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albicans
ID:
33127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Notes Crit. 119.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032456



Common Names

  • Scorzonera albicans
  • White Scorzonera
  • White Viper's Grass


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera castulonensis Fern.Casas [unknown]
  • Scorzonera albicans albicans [unknown]
  • Scorzonera albicans longifolia Negrillo [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera albicans (also called Black salsify and Viper's grass, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Eurasia and North Africa and is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera albicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera albicans has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and spiny. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with spiny edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera albicans is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Scorzonera albicans

Scorzonera albicans is native to Europe and can be found in areas with full sun and well-drained soil.

Scorzonera albicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera albicans?

Scorzonera albicans

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera albicans?

Scorzonera albicans is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Scorzonera albicans?

Scorzonera albicans is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Species in the Scorzonera genus

Scorzonera aucheriana, Scorzonera safievii, Scorzonera racemosa, Scorzonera musili, Scorzonera transiliensis, Scorzonera bracteosa, Scorzonera acuminata, Scorzonera koelpinioides, Scorzonera intricata, Scorzonera aytatchii, Scorzonera mariovoensis, Scorzonera davisii, Scorzonera mollis, Scorzonera hissariae, Scorzonera hirsuta, Scorzonera ramosissima, Scorzonera gorovanica, Scorzonera raddeana, Scorzonera filifolia, Scorzonera joharchii, Scorzonera inaequiscapa, Scorzonera austriaca, Scorzonera pisidica, Scorzonera tragopogonoides, Scorzonera longiana, Scorzonera paradoxa, Scorzonera cinerea, Scorzonera pygmaea, Scorzonera tenuisecta, Scorzonera hieraciifolia, Scorzonera acanthoclada, Scorzonera seidlitzii, Scorzonera renzii, Scorzonera grubovii, Scorzonera mirabilis, Scorzonera luristanica, Scorzonera kandavanica, Scorzonera eriophora, Scorzonera ikonnikovii, Scorzonera scyria, Scorzonera subaphylla, Scorzonera reverchonii, Scorzonera albicans, Scorzonera pulchra, Scorzonera crassicaulis, Scorzonera adilii, Scorzonera yemensis, Scorzonera iliensis, Scorzonera troodea, Scorzonera sinensis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-131386: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.