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Scientific Name: Craniolaria annua
Family: Pedaliaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Scorzonera (Scorzonera hispanica)
Also known as black salsify, scorzonera is a plant with a rich history and potential uses. Let's delve into the details of this interesting plant.
Considerations for Pets
- Scorzonera has a root with a dark, cracked bark.
Considerations for Children
- Scorzonera has a root with a dark, cracked bark.
Common Names
- Scientific Name: Scorzonera hispanica
- Common Names: Scorzonera, Black Salsify, Salsif de España, Tarinetes
- Other Language Names: Schwartzwurzel (German), salsifis noir, scorsonre (French)
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Asteraceae (also referred to as "Compuestas")
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to central and southern Europe and central Asia.
- Abundant in the Iberian Peninsula.
Morphological Characteristics
- Herbaceous plant with a tall, branching stem reaching 60 to 80 cm, terminating in bare peduncles.
- Characterized by a stout root with a cracked and dark-colored bark.
Quirky Facts
- The fresh root has a slightly sweet, mild, and delicate flavor, reminiscent of asparagus.
- The plant exhales a characteristic musky odor, which can sometimes be perceived as slightly strong.
- Historically, it was believed to cure viper bites, hence the name "viper root."
Constituents
- The root contains a glucoside called coniferin.
- Significant amounts of arginine and asparagine are also present.