Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hissarica
ID:
116393

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Winkl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada xi. (1889) 172.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115722



Common Names

  • Scorzonera
  • Black Salsify
  • Viper's Grass


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Description

Scorzonera hissarica (also called Scorzonera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera hissarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive issues, skin problems, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera hissarica has small yellow flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera hissarica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seeds or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a neat and tidy shape.

Where to Find Scorzonera hissarica

Scorzonera hissarica is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, grassy areas.

Scorzonera hissarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera hissarica?

Scorzonera hissarica

What is the common name of Scorzonera hissarica?

Hissar Scorzonera

Where does Scorzonera hissarica grow?

It grows in the mountains of Central Asia

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,