Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
austriaca
ID:
19092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 1498 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018421

Common Names

  • Austriaca Scorzonera
  • Scorzonera Austriaca
  • Austrian Viper's Grass

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Description

Scorzonera austriaca (also called Austrian Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in dry, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera austriaca is a flowering plant that is often used in ornamental gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its long flowering season. It is also used medicinally, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera austriaca is yellow and has a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seed is small, brown and has a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera austriaca is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Scorzonera austriaca

Scorzonera austriaca can be found in the alpine regions of Austria and the surrounding countries.

Scorzonera austriaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera austriaca?

Scorzonera austriaca

What is the family of Scorzonera austriaca?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Scorzonera austriaca?

Europe

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,

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