Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
baetica
ID:
96676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
382 1841

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096005



Common Names

  • Scorzonera baetica
  • Baetic Scorzonera
  • Baetic Viper's Grass


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera baetica baetica [unknown]
  • Scorzonera montana baetica DC. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera baetica aubertii (Braun-Blanq. & Maire) Maire [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera baetica (also called 'Baetic Viper's-grass', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem which is usually branched. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera baetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal herb to treat skin diseases, and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scorzonera baetica sub. baetica
Scorzonera baetica sub. ebusitana O.Bolòs & Vigo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera baetica has yellow, daisy-like flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera baetica is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Scorzonera baetica

Scorzonera baetica can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Scorzonera baetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera baetica?

Scorzonera baetica

What is the family of Scorzonera baetica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Scorzonera baetica?

Baetic Vipers-grass

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-52166: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.