Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
renzii
ID:
27946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 122: 48 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027275



Common Names

  • Renzii Scorzonera
  • Scorzonera Renzii
  • Scorzonera


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Description

Scorzonera renzii (also called Black Salsify, Viper's Grass, and Viper's Herb, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long, narrow, and toothed leaflets. The flower heads are yellow and have a single row of ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Solanum crassinervium is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera renzii has small yellow flowers with five petals, each about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oblong and pointed at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera renzii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring, in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Scorzonera renzii

Scorzonera renzii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Scorzonera renzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera renzii?

Scorzonera renzii

What is the common name of Scorzonera renzii?

Renz's Viper's Grass

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera renzii?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub 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,

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