Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tortuosissima
ID:
45377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 775 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044706

Common Names

  • Black Salsify
  • Viper's Grass
  • Black Oyster Plant

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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera tortuosissima tortuosissima [unknown]
  • Scorzonera intricata petraea Nábělek [unknown]

Description

Scorzonera tortuosissima (also called Twisted Black Salsify, among many other common names) is a biennial plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scorzonera tortuosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as a fragrant addition to potpourris and sachets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scorzonera tortuosissima has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The fruits are cylindrical and contain several black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scorzonera tortuosissima is a perennial plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best propagated from seed sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium such as sand, perlite, or vermiculite and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 4-6 weeks. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted out in their permanent positions.

Where to Find Scorzonera tortuosissima

Scorzonera tortuosissima can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Scorzonera tortuosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scorzonera tortuosissima?

Scorzonera tortuosissima

What is the common name of Scorzonera tortuosissima?

Tortuous Scorzonera

What is the growth habit of Scorzonera tortuosissima?

It is a perennial herb with a prostrate to ascending habit

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