Tragopogon bombycinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bombycinus
ID:
133549
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gredilla
Source:
gcc
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Actas Soc. Esp. Hist. Nat. 29: 148 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132878
Common Names
- Goat's Beard
- Yellow Salsify
- Yellow Goatsbeard
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tragopogon bombycinus (also called Woolly Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, typically found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Tragopogon bombycinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife and livestock. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tragopogon bombycinus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tragopogon bombycinus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take several years for the seedlings to reach maturity.
Where to Find Tragopogon bombycinus
Tragopogon bombycinus can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including the Caucasus, Iran, and Afghanistan.
Tragopogon bombycinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tragopogon bombycinus?
Tragopogon bombycinus
What is the common name of Tragopogon bombycinus?
Tragopogon bombycinus
Where is Tragopogon bombycinus found?
Tragopogon bombycinus is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93705: Based on the initial data import
Apolinar Federico Gredilla y Gauna (1859-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gredilla' in the authors string.