Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f. & Köie
Source:
gcc
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr. 8(2): 195 (1955).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083494
Common Names
- Scorzonera Polyclada
- Many-headed Scorzonera
- Many-headed Viper's Grass
Description
Scorzonera polyclada (also called Many-flowered Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a long, narrow, and hairy stem with small, yellow flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Scorzonera polyclada is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scorzonera polyclada is a yellowish-white flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scorzonera polyclada is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 10 cm apart and grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will require little maintenance and can be divided every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Scorzonera polyclada
Scorzonera polyclada can be found in the steppes of Kazakhstan.
Scorzonera polyclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scorzonera polyclada?
Scorzonera polyclada
What is the family of Scorzonera polyclada?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Scorzonera polyclada?
Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
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,