Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elata
ID:
95627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 25 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094956



Common Names

  • Scorzonera elata
  • Tall Viper's Grass
  • Tall Viper's Grass


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Synonyms

  • Fleischeria geropogon Hochst. & Steud. ex Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera elata (also called Tall viper's grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its stems are covered in white hairs. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia, and grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera elata is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive yellow flowers and is also used as a ground cover and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera elata has yellow flowers with a single row of petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera elata is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Scorzonera elata

Scorzonera elata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky soils. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Scorzonera elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera elata?

Scorzonera elata

What are the common uses of Scorzonera elata?

Scorzonera elata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

What is the growth rate of Scorzonera elata?

Scorzonera elata has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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-51150: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.