Scorzonera hondae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hondae
ID:
81943
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kitam.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 19: 105 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081272
Common Names
- Scorzonera hondae
- Honda's Viper's Grass
- Honda's Viper Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scorzonera hondae (also called Honduran Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers, native to Central America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera hondae is an ornamental plant native to South America. It is drought tolerant and has attractive flowers, making it a great choice for a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scorzonera hondae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera hondae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to divide the plants in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Scorzonera hondae
Scorzonera hondae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky soils.
Scorzonera hondae FAQ
What are the common names of Scorzonera hondae?
Scorzonera hondae is commonly known as Honduran scorzonera.
What is the optimal temperature for Scorzonera hondae?
The optimal temperature for Scorzonera hondae is between 15-25°C.
What is the ideal soil pH for Scorzonera hondae?
The ideal soil pH for Scorzonera hondae is between 6.5-7.5.
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-37823: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.