Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
doriae
ID:
96299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Degen & Bald.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 46: 417 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095628



Common Names

  • Scorzonera
  • Viper's Grass
  • Black Salsify


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Description

Scorzonera doriae (also called 'Dorian Viper's Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves with spiny margins and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera doriae is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used in salads and as a vegetable. It also has medicinal properties, and is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scorzonera doriae are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera doriae is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Scorzonera doriae

Scorzonera doriae can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Scorzonera doriae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera doriae?

Scorzonera doriae

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera doriae?

Scorzonera doriae is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Scorzonera doriae?

Scorzonera doriae is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach pain.

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-51807: Based on the initial data import
Árpád von Degen (1866-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Degen' in the authors string.
Antonio Baldacci (1867-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bald.' in the authors string.