Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
muricatus
ID:
206529

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 745 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205858

Common Names

  • Muricate Scorpion's Tail
  • Scorpion's Tail
  • Scorpion's Tail Vine

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Synonyms

  • Scorpiurus muricatus subvillosus (L.) Fiori [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus laevigatus Sm. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus laevigatus (Sm.) Thell. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus subvillosus (L.) Thell. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus sulcatus (L.) Thell. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus sulcatus (L.) Hayek [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus oliveri P.Palau [valid]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus L. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus L. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus minimus Losinsk. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus breviaculeatus Batt. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus echinatus Lam. [valid]
  • Scorpioides muricata (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Scorpioides sulcata (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus acutifolius Viv. [valid]
  • Scorpioides elegans Bubani [valid]
  • Scorpiurus echinata Lam. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus laevigata Sm. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosa L. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus sulcata L. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus margaritae P.Palau [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus margaritae (P.Palau) E.Domínguez & E.F.Galiano [valid]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus laevigatus (Sm.) E.Domínguez & E.F.Galiano [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus oliveri (Palau Ferrer) E.Domínguez & Galiano [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus laevigatus glaberrimus Maire [valid]
  • Scorpiurus laevigatus papillosus Maire [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus acutifolius (Viv.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus laevigatus (Sm.) Boiss. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus sulcatus (L.) Fiori [valid]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus acutifolius (Viv.) Burnat [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus puberulus H.Lindb. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus laevigatus (Sm.) Batt. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus muricatus (L.) Batt. [valid]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus subvillosus (L.) Ball [valid]
  • Scorpiurus echinatus laevigatus Samp. [deprecated]
  • Scorpiurus echinatus muricatus (L.) Samp. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus echinatus subvillosus Samp. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus muricatus (L.) Pérez Lara [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus echinatus subvillosus Brot. [deprecated]
  • Scorpiurus sulcatus subvillosus Pérez Lara [deprecated]
  • Scorpiurus muricatus subvillosus (L.) Lam. [unknown]
  • Scorpiurus subvillosus sulcatus (L.) Bonnier [unknown]

Description

Scorpiurus muricatus (also called 'Muricatus scorpion-vetch', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a small, white flower with a yellow center, and its leaves are divided into three leaflets. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorpiurus muricatus is used as an ornamental plant, for shade, for soil stabilization, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scorpiurus muricatus is a yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorpius muricatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Scorpiurus muricatus

Scorpius muricatus is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Scorpiurus muricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorpiurus muricatus?

Scorpiurus muricatus

What is the common name of Scorpiurus muricatus?

Mountain Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Scorpiurus muricatus?

Dry deciduous forests

Species in the Fabaceae family