Kingdom Plantae Tribe Cynareae Scientific name Serratula tinctoria Rank Species | Order Asterales Genus Serratula Higher classification Serratula | |
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Similar Serratula, Daisy family, Cirsium palustre, Succisa pratensis, Embryophyte | ||
Serratula tinctoria, commonly known as dyer's plumeless saw-wort or saw-wort, is a species in the genus Serratula. It is a native of Europe and a thistle like flower head. It grows in moist soil, full sun to part shade, and grows up to one metre tall.
This is an introduced plant in a small area of the northeastern United States, where it is called the Dyer's plumeless saw-wort.
Uses
Serratula tinctoria is the source of a yellow dye. As a herbal preparation, the plant is thought to mend ruptures and wounds.
References
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