Scorzonera hispanica
Plant Details
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acid Neutral Basic
Sun, Half shade
Usage properties
Leaves, Root, Flowers, Coffee
None
Description
Cooked carrot has a pleasant sweet taste. Usually, the carrot is eaten at the end of its first growing year, but it can also be cultivated in the second year without a decline in quality. The carrot contains inulin, a starch that is not easily digested by humans. As a result, it mostly passes through the digestive system undigested and is excreted, which can cause flatulence in some people. The leaves are edible when raw. The young, tender shoots are usually eaten in early spring. The flower buds can also be eaten raw, for example, added to salads. They have their own distinctive flavor and are also suitable for brightening up salads. Additionally, roasted carrots can serve as a coffee substitute.
Harvest Data
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
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Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Fagus sylvatica provides shade and improves soil structure, which can benefit Scorzonera hispanica's growth. |
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Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Crataegus monogyna attracts beneficial insects, enhancing pollination for Scorzonera hispanica. |
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Robinia pseudoacacia Black locust, false acacia |
Robinia pseudoacacia can fix nitrogen in the soil, improving nutrient availability for Scorzonera hispanica. |
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Salvia officinalis Sage |
Salvia officinalis can repel pests that might harm Scorzonera hispanica. |
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Acer campestre Field Maple, Hedge maple |
Acer campestre can provide dappled shade, which is beneficial for the growth conditions of Scorzonera hispanica. |