Scorzonera litwinowii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
litwinowii
ID:
83692
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krasch. & Lipsch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol. 1934, n. s. xliii. 153.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083021
Common Names
- Scorzonera litwinowii
- Litwinow's Viper's Grass
- Viper's Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scorzonera litwinowii (also called Litwinow's Viper's-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera litwinowii has many ornamental uses, as it produces attractive white flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Scorzonera litwinowii are small and yellow. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera litwinowii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn. It is a drought-tolerant plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Scorzonera litwinowii
Scorzonera litwinowii is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
Scorzonera litwinowii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scorzonera litwinowii?
Scorzonera litwinowii
What is the common name of Scorzonera litwinowii?
Litwinow's viper's grass
What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera litwinowii?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
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-39511: Based on the initial data import
Sergey Yulievich Lipschitz (1905-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipsch.' in the authors string.
Hippolit Mikhailovich Krascheninnikov (1884-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasch.' in the authors string.