Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crocifolius
ID:
5479

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1191 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004808



Common Names

  • Tragopogon crocifolius
  • Goat's Beard
  • Yellow Salsify


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Description

Tragopogon crocifolius (also called 'Yellow Salsify', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, but it is widely naturalized in other parts of the world. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon crocifolius is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tragopogon crocifolius sub. nebrodensis (Guss.) Raimondo
Tragopogon crocifolius sub. crocifolius

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon crocifolius is a yellow composite flower head with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon crocifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Tragopogon crocifolius

Tragopogon crocifolius can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana and east to Texas.

Tragopogon crocifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon crocifolius?

Tragopogon crocifolius

Where is Tragopogon crocifolius found?

Tragopogon crocifolius is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

What type of soil does Tragopogon crocifolius prefer?

Tragopogon crocifolius prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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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