Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capito
ID:
81650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg xxxii. (1888) 491.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080979



Common Names

  • Black Salsify
  • Scorzonera Capito
  • Viper's Grass


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Description

Scorzonera capito (also called Black Salsify, Viper's Grass, and Black Oyster Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Central Asia. It has long, thin leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera capito is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera capito is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera capito is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Scorzonera capito

Scorzonera capito can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Scorzonera capito FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera capito?

Scorzonera capito

What is the common name of Scorzonera capito?

Bighead Scorzonera

What is the habitat of Scorzonera capito?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas

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-37543: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.