Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 2: 791. 1753 [1 May 1753]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051998
Common Names
- Scorzonera graminifolia
- Graminifolia
- Grass Scorzonera
Synonyms
- Scorzonera graminifolia intermedia Rouy [unknown]
- Scorzonera graminifolia major Willk. [unknown]
Description
Scorzonera graminifolia (also called Grass-leaved Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It has a woody stem and lanceolate leaves, and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera graminifolia is a perennial plant that is often used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a great addition to a garden. It can also be used in rock gardens or as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scorzonera graminifolia has yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera graminifolia is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall, and the divided plants should be replanted immediately.
Where to Find Scorzonera graminifolia
Scorzonera graminifolia is found in the grasslands of the Mediterranean region.
Scorzonera graminifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scorzonera graminifolia?
Scorzonera graminifolia
What is the common name of Scorzonera graminifolia?
Grass Scorzonera
What is the flower color of Scorzonera graminifolia?
Yellow
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,