Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acanthocarpus
ID:
42841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 11: 45 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042170



Common Names

  • Goatsbeard
  • Salsify
  • Yellow Salsify


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Description

Tragopogon acanthocarpus (also called Prickly Sow-thistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant that typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters. It has a thick, fleshy taproot and a rosette of spiny leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon acanthocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon acanthocarpus is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon acanthocarpus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms.

Where to Find Tragopogon acanthocarpus

Tragopogon acanthocarpus is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in dry, sunny habitats.

Tragopogon acanthocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon acanthocarpus?

Tragopogon acanthocarpus

What family does Tragopogon acanthocarpus belong to?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Tragopogon acanthocarpus?

Spiny Salsify

Species in the Tragopogon genus

Tragopogon buphthalmoides, Tragopogon trachycarpus, Tragopogon subalpinus, Tragopogon coloratus, Tragopogon oligolepis, Tragopogon olympicus, Tragopogon leucanthus, Tragopogon paradoxus, Tragopogon pusillus, Tragopogon karjaginii, Tragopogon crocifolius, Tragopogon aureus, Tragopogon bjelorussicus, Tragopogon pseudocastellanus, Tragopogon collinus, Tragopogon altaicus, Tragopogon tanaiticus, Tragopogon heterospermus, Tragopogon elongatus, Tragopogon coelesyriacus, Tragopogon minor, Tragopogon podolicus, Tragopogon ruber, Tragopogon pseudomajor, Tragopogon leonidae, Tragopogon colchicus, Tragopogon marginifolius, Tragopogon podolicus, Tragopogon brevirostris, Tragopogon hayekii, Tragopogon miscellus, Tragopogon tuberosus, Tragopogon mirabile, Tragopogon scorzonerifolius, Tragopogon verrucosobracteatus, Tragopogon subacaulis, Tragopogon orientalis, Tragopogon reticulatus, Tragopogon scoparius, Tragopogon tasch-kala, Tragopogon kindingeri, Tragopogon erostris, Tragopogon lassithicus, Tragopogon mirus, Tragopogon kasahstanicus, Tragopogon borysthenicus, Tragopogon cretaceus, Tragopogon undulatus, Tragopogon ketzkhovelii, Tragopogon leonidae,

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,

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