Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tau-saghyz
ID:
80322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch. & G.G.Bosse

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Trudy Nauchno-Issled. Lab. Tresta Kauchukonos 1930(4): 27 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079651



Common Names

  • Black Salsify
  • Viper's Grass
  • Oyster Plant


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Description

Scorzonera tau-saghyz (also called tau-saghyz scorzonera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It typically grows in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cardiochilos williamsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. karataviensis (Kult.) Kamelin
Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. tau-saghyz
Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. usbekistanica (Czevr. & Bondarenko) Tagaev
Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. longipes (Kult.) Kamelin
Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. mariae (Kult.) Kamelin & Tagaev
Scorzonera tau-saghyz sub. tautaryensis (Kult.) Kamelin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera tau-saghyz has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cardiochilos williamsonii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m in height. It is native to tropical regions of South America and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Scorzonera tau-saghyz

Scorzonera tau-saghyz is native to Central and South Asia and can be found in dry, sunny habitats. It is also found in parts of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Scorzonera tau-saghyz FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tau-saghyz?

Scorzonera tau-saghyz

What type of plant is Scorzonera tau-saghyz?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera tau-saghyz?

Tropical forests

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-36225: Based on the initial data import
Sergey Yulievich Lipschitz (1905-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipsch.' in the authors string.
Georg G. Bosse (1887-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.G.Bosse' in the authors string.