Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
123029

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1112 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122358

Common Names

  • Scorzonera tomentosa
  • Woolly Viper's Grass
  • Woolly Viper's-grass

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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera cinerea undulatifolia Boiss. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera tomentosa undulatifolia (Boiss.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]
  • Scorzonera woronowii Krasch. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera ancyritana DC. [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera tomentosa (also called Woolly Viper's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia, and typically grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera tomentosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera tomentosa is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus and Iran. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Scorzonera tomentosa

Scorzonera tomentosa is native to Europe. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Scorzonera tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tomentosa?

Scorzonera tomentosa

What is the natural habitat of Scorzonera tomentosa?

Grassy slopes and meadows in Europe

What is the flower color of Scorzonera tomentosa?

Yellow

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,

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