Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capitatus
ID:
86981

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.A.Nikitin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 257 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086310



Common Names

  • Tragopogon capitatus
  • Goat's Beard
  • Salsify


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Description

Tragopogon capitatus (also called woolly salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in sunny places, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon capitatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. Its leaves and flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked dishes. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon capitatus is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon capitatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water the seeds regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to ensure they have enough space to grow. Fertilize the plants regularly to encourage healthy growth. Propagation can be done by division of the clumps in early spring.

Where to Find Tragopogon capitatus

Tragopogon capitatus is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Tragopogon capitatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon capitatus?

Tragopogon capitatus

What are the common names of Tragopogon capitatus?

Goat's beard, salsify, oyster plant

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon capitatus?

Tragopogon capitatus is native to the United States and is found in dry, rocky, open woodlands and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m (3,300–6,600 ft).

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-42690: Based on the initial data import
Sergei Alekseevich Nikitin (b.1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Nikitin' in the authors string.