Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
32682

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. ex DC.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 12(4): 429 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032011



Common Names

  • Small-Headed Scorzonera
  • Small-Headed Viper's Grass
  • Microcephala Scorzonera


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Synonyms

  • Oporinia microcephala Boiss. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Leontodon autumnalis microcephalus (DC.) P.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Leontodon microcephalus Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Scorzoneroides microcephala (also called Small-headed Scorzoneroides, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is often found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzoneroides microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzoneroides microcephala has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a basal rosette of lobed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzoneroides microcephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Scorzoneroides microcephala

Scorzoneroides microcephala can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Scorzoneroides microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzoneroides microcephala?

Scorzoneroides microcephala

What type of plant is Scorzoneroides microcephala?

It is a perennial herb

Where does Scorzoneroides microcephala grow?

It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa

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-130957: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.