Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fistulosa
ID:
115615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brot.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Fl. Lusit. 1: 329 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114944



Common Names

  • Fistulose Scorzonera
  • Fistulose Viper's Grass
  • Fistulose Black Salsify


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Synonyms

  • Avellara fistulosa (Brot.) Blanca & C.Díaz [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera fistulosa (also called Narrow-Leaved Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera fistulosa is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera fistulosa is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves and a single central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera fistulosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and will reach a height of up to 60 cm.

Where to Find Scorzonera fistulosa

Scorzonera fistulosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Scorzonera fistulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera fistulosa?

Scorzonera fistulosa

What is the family of Scorzonera fistulosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Scorzonera fistulosa?

Tuberous Viper's-grass

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,