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.