Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Select Pl. : 63 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132670
Common Names
- Hypochaeris scorzonerae
- Scorzonera Hawkweed
- Scorzonera
Synonyms
- Hypochaeris sonchoides Bertero ex Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus foliosus Phil. [unknown]
- Oreophila taraxacoides D.Don [unknown]
- Hypochaeris deserticola Phil. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus scorzonerae scorzonerae [unknown]
- Achyrophorus scorzonerae glabratus DC. [unknown]
- Hypochaeris scorzonerae scorzonerae [unknown]
- Hypochaeris scorzonerae glabrata (DC.) Reiche [unknown]
- Hypochaeris scorzonerae ramosa (DC.) Reiche [unknown]
- Achyrophorus chrysanthus DC. [unknown]
- Seriola taraxacoides Hook. & Arn. [illegitimate]
- Hypochaeris chrysantha Poepp. ex DC. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus scorzonerae ramosus DC. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus scorzonerae DC. [unknown]
- Achyrophorus grandidentatus Phil. [unknown]
Description
Hypochaeris scorzonerae (also called scorzonera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single stem with alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypochaeris scorzonerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypochaeris scorzonerae is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center disk. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypochaeris scorzonerae is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It can be propagated from seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Hypochaeris scorzonerae
Hypochaeris scorzonerae is native to Europe and can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Hypochaeris scorzonerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypochaeris scorzonerae?
Hypochaeris scorzonerae
What is the common name of Hypochaeris scorzonerae?
Scorzonera Cat's Ear
What is the family of Hypochaeris scorzonerae?
Asteraceae
Species in the Hypochaeris genus
Hypochaeris cretensis,
Hypochaeris thrincioides,
Hypochaeris acaulis,
Hypochaeris glabra,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris balbisii,
Hypochaeris saldensis,
Hypochaeris sessiliflora,
Hypochaeris albiflora,
Hypochaeris eriolaena,
Hypochaeris melanolepis,
Hypochaeris catharinensis,
Hypochaeris claryi,
Hypochaeris sardoa,
Hypochaeris clarionoides,
Hypochaeris maculata,
Hypochaeris arenaria,
Hypochaeris grandidentata,
Hypochaeris facchiniana,
Hypochaeris tenuifolia,
Hypochaeris mucida,
Hypochaeris incana,
Hypochaeris variegata,
Hypochaeris nahuelvutae,
Hypochaeris spathulata,
Hypochaeris setosa,
Hypochaeris grisebachii,
Hypochaeris ciliata,
Hypochaeris chubutensis,
Hypochaeris apargioides,
Hypochaeris robertia,
Hypochaeris parodii,
Hypochaeris palustris,
Hypochaeris elata,
Hypochaeris patagonica,
Hypochaeris achyrophorus,
Hypochaeris arachnoides,
Hypochaeris hookeri,
Hypochaeris lutea,
Hypochaeris dolosa,
Hypochaeris confusa,
Hypochaeris rutea,
Hypochaeris meyeniana,
Hypochaeris alba,
Hypochaeris caespitosa,
Hypochaeris microcephala,
Hypochaeris angustifolia,
Hypochaeris leontodontoides,
Hypochaeris tenuiflora,
Hypochaeris hohenackeri,
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,