Scorzonera caespitosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
71138
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pomel
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl. : 266 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070467
Common Names
- Tufted Vipers-grass
- Scorzonera
- Vipers-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scorzonera caespitosa (also called Tufted Scorzonera, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Europe. It has a tall, erect stem and its leaves are covered with white hairs. It grows in dry, open woods, meadows, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Scorzonera caespitosa sub. caespitosaScorzonera caespitosa sub. longifolia (Emb. & Maire) Dobignard
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scorzonera caespitosa is yellow with a yellow center and a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera caespitosa is a perennial plant 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 USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Where to Find Scorzonera caespitosa
Scorzonera caespitosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Scorzonera caespitosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scorzonera caespitosa?
Scorzonera caespitosa
What type of plant is Scorzonera caespitosa?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Scorzonera caespitosa found?
It is found in Mexico
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-2727: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.