Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
44470

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Thiébaut

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 84: 698 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043799

Common Names

  • Scorzonera tuberculata
  • Tuberous Viper's Grass
  • Tuberous Black Salsify

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Description

Scorzonera tuberculata (also called 'Tubercled Vipers-grass', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows and pastures. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera tuberculata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorzonera tuberculata is a yellow-white composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera tuberculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division and should be planted in spring or fall.

Where to Find Scorzonera tuberculata

Scorzonera tuberculata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and Western Asia.

Scorzonera tuberculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tuberculata?

Scorzonera tuberculata

What is the common name of Scorzonera tuberculata?

Tuberous Viper's-grass

What type of plant is Scorzonera tuberculata?

Herbaceous perennial

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-142369: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Thiébaut (1871-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Thiébaut' in the authors string.