Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
luristanica
ID:
29818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. lxxxix. 266 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029147



Common Names

  • Scorzonera Luristanica
  • Luristanica Viper's Grass
  • Viper's Grass


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera luristanica luristanica [unknown]
  • Scorzonera laciniata luristanica (Rech.f.) Parsa [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera luristanica (also called Scorzonera luristanica, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera luristanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scorzonera luristanica var. lanata S.R.Safavi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera luristanica is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera luristanica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage new blooms.

Where to Find Scorzonera luristanica

Scorzonera luristanica is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and cliffs.

Scorzonera luristanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera luristanica?

Scorzonera luristanica

What is the common name of Scorzonera luristanica?

Luristan Vipersgrass

Where is Scorzonera luristanica native to?

Western Iran

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