Scorzonera Collection

Black salsify, Scorzonera hispanica 1, mountain houseleek, Sempervivum montanum 2, snakeroot
FLO4563329 Black salsify, Scorzonera hispanica 1, mountain houseleek, Sempervivum montanum 2, snakeroot, Sagittaria sagittifolia 3, cornflower, Centaurea cyanus 4, Judas tree, Cercis siliquastrum 5

Black salsify with white flowers, leaves and black root, Scorzonera hispanica
5856606 Black salsify with white flowers, leaves and black root, Scorzonera hispanica; (add.info.: Black salsify with white flowers, leaves and black root, Scorzonera hispanica)

Viper's grass, Scorzonera humilis
5855802 Viper's grass, Scorzonera humilis; (add.info.: Viper's grass, Scorzonera humilis. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora")

Lesser salsify (Scorzonera humilis), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Lesser salsify (Scorzonera humilis), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Lesser salsify (Scorzonera humilis), 1596-1610. Creators: Anselmus de Boodt, Elias Verhulst
Lesser salsify (Scorzonera humilis), 1596-1610. Commissioned by Emperor Rudolf II

Vegetable Growers Guide: Salsify, Celeriac, Scorzonera (colour litho)
6027092 Vegetable Growers Guide: Salsify, Celeriac, Scorzonera (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salsify, Celeriac, Scorzonera)

Viper grass, lettuce and catananche species
Purple viper grass, Scorzonera purpurea, perennial lettuce, Lactuca perennis, blue catananche, Catananche caerulea, serrated-leaved chaetanthera, Chaetanthera serrata, and white prenanthes

Root vegetables, racines et tubercule alimentaires. Salsify, Tragopogon porrifolium, skirret, Sium sisarum, oca or New Zealand yam, Oxalis crenata, parsnip, Pastinaca sativa, and black salsify

Salsify, houseleek, snakeroot, cornflower
Black salsify, Scorzonera hispanica 1, mountain houseleek, Sempervivum montanum 2, snakeroot, Sagittaria sagittifolia 3, cornflower, Centaurea cyanus 4, Judas tree, Cercis siliquastrum 5

Some rarer vegetables (photo)
6007702 Some rarer vegetables (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some rarer vegetables)

Soft vipers grass, Scorzonera mollis.. Illustration drawn by William Jackson Hooker, engraved by Swan. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Curtiss The Botanical Magazine, Samuel Curtis

Poppy-leaved vipers grass, native of Tangier on the Barbary coast, Scorzonera tingitana, . Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William Curtiss

Illustration of potato plant, carrots, onions, tomato plant, leeks, parsnips, beetroot, shallots, ma

Salsify

Scorzonera Long Black

Scorzonera sp. Salsify root

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Scorzonera, also known as viper grass or snakeroot, is a versatile and intriguing root vegetable that deserves more recognition. With its long black appearance and unique taste, scorzonera adds a touch of elegance to any dish. In the Vegetable Growers Guide, this lesser-known gem is highlighted alongside other root vegetables like salsify and celeriac. Its colour litho illustration captures the beauty of this plant, showcasing its slender roots reaching deep into the earth. Although not as popular as lettuce or tomatoes, scorzonera holds its own in terms of flavor and nutritional value. It belongs to the same family as catananche species and cornflower, adding a hint of floral essence to its profile. For those seeking rarer vegetables to diversify their culinary adventures, scorzonera should be on your list. The soft vipers grass variety (Scorzonera mollis) originating from Tangier offers a delicate texture that melts in your mouth. But it's not just about taste; scorzonera has been used for centuries for medicinal purposes too. In books dedicated to Medicinal and Herbal Plants, you can find references to this remarkable root vegetable's healing properties. Imagine a plate adorned with an assortment of root vegetables: potatoes, carrots, onions, leeks - all sharing space with vibrant red tomatoes and sweet parsnips. And right there in the center sits salsify – our star ingredient. One particular variety worth mentioning is Scorzonera Long Black – true royalty among root vegetables. Its elongated shape gives it an elegant appearance while boasting rich flavors that are both nutty and earthy. A close-up shot showcases these magnificent roots side by side with other favorites like beetroot and shallots. Their colors blend harmoniously together creating an enticing display that promises deliciousness on every plate. So next time you're looking for something new at the grocery store or farmer's market, don't overlook scorzonera.