Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caricifolius
ID:
81884

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 7: 4 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081213



Common Names

  • Goat's Beard
  • Salsify
  • Tragopogon


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Description

Tragopogon caricifolius (also called Goatsbeard, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia and can be found in dry open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon caricifolius, commonly known as salsify, is an edible root vegetable. It can be boiled, roasted, or eaten raw. The leaves and flowers are also edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon caricifolius is a yellow-orange, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon caricifolius is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Tragopogon caricifolius

Tragopogon caricifolius is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It is typically found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grassland, and oak woodlands.

Tragopogon caricifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon caricifolius?

Tragopogon caricifolius

What is the common name of Tragopogon caricifolius?

Goatsbeard

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon caricifolius?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-37769: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.