Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tenax
ID:
37534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 122: 59 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036863



Common Names

  • Scorzonera
  • Tenax
  • Scorzonera Tenax


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Description

Scorzonera tenax (also called Tufted Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of 1 metre. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera tenax is a perennial plant with yellow flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or to cover walls, fences, and trellises. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera tenax is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera tenax is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in early spring. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in early spring or autumn. Plant the divisions 12-18 inches apart and water them well.

Where to Find Scorzonera tenax

Scorzonera tenax is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in many countries in Europe, including France, Spain, and Italy.

Scorzonera tenax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tenax?

Scorzonera tenax

What is the common name of Scorzonera tenax?

Viper's Grass

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera tenax?

Grasslands, woodlands, and coastal 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