Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
luntaiensis
ID:
122116

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33(2): 197 (1995) (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121445



Common Names

  • Black Scorzonera
  • Black Salsify
  • Viper's Grass


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Description

Scorzonera luntaiensis (also called Luntai Scorzonera, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It typically grows in grassy areas, meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera luntaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera luntaiensis is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera luntaiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant in the same area. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light. The seeds will germinate in about 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Scorzonera luntaiensis

Scorzonera luntaiensis can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia.

Scorzonera luntaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera luntaiensis?

Scorzonera luntaiensis

What is the common name of Scorzonera luntaiensis?

Luntai Viper's Grass

What is the family of Scorzonera luntaiensis?

Asteraceae

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-82663: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.