Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crispa
ID:
87766

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 2: 234 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087095



Common Names

  • Black Salsify
  • Black Oyster Plant
  • Scorzonera crispa


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera crispa altaica Serg. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera crispa crispa [unknown]
  • Scorzonera austriaca crispa (Bieb.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera crispa (also called Curly Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera crispa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera crispa is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera crispa is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Scorzonera crispa

Scorzonera crispa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Scorzonera crispa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera crispa?

Scorzonera crispa

What is the common name of Scorzonera crispa?

Black salsify

What type of plant is Scorzonera crispa?

Perennial herb

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,