Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
14829

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 278 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014158

Common Names

  • Scorzonera Hirsuta
  • Hirsuta Scorzonera
  • Hairy Viper's Grass

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Description

Scorzonera hirsuta (also called hairy viper's grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has a thick, woody stem and is covered in spiny leaves. The flowers are yellow and have a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera hirsuta is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera hirsuta is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in late spring or early summer and replant them in individual pots. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Scorzonera hirsuta

Scorzonera hirsuta is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Scorzonera hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera hirsuta?

Scorzonera hirsuta

What is the family of Scorzonera hirsuta?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Scorzonera hirsuta?

Hairy Vipers-grass

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,