Scorzonera tuberosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
44367
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pall.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1776
Citation Micro:
Reise Russ. Reich. 3(2): App. 757 (1776)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043696
Common Names
- Tuberous Scorzonera
- Tuberous Viper's Grass
- Tuberous Black Salsify
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scorzonera tuberosa (also called Tuberous Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has a woody stem with tuberous leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera tuberosa is used as a vegetable and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, respiratory disorders and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scorzonera tuberosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera tuberosa is a perennial herb which is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Scorzonera tuberosa
Scorzonera tuberosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Scorzonera tuberosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tuberosa?
Scorzonera tuberosa
What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera tuberosa?
Scorzonera tuberosa is found in the mountains of Central and South Europe.
What is the flower color of Scorzonera tuberosa?
The flowers of Scorzonera tuberosa are usually yellow or purple.
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-142265: Based on the initial data import
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.