Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
codringtonii
ID:
115394

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 97: 263 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114723

Common Names

  • Scorzonera codringtonii
  • Codrington's Viper's-grass
  • Viper's-grass

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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera fusca Kitam. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera koeieana Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera codringtonii (also called Codrington's Viper's-grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows to a height of 0.3-1 meter and has a smooth stem and leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils in desert areas and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera codringtonii is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in gardens and landscaping projects. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera codringtonii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera codringtonii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer. It is also possible to propagate it from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Scorzonera codringtonii

Scorzonera codringtonii is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Scorzonera codringtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera codringtonii?

Scorzonera codringtonii

What is the common name of Scorzonera codringtonii?

Codrington's Viper's-grass

Where is Scorzonera codringtonii found?

Scorzonera codringtonii is found in the Mediterranean region

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