Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gaudanicus
ID:
89689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boriss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Turkm. vii. 381. 1960

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089018



Common Names

  • Tragopogon Gaudanicus
  • Gaudanicus Tragopogon
  • Tragopogon


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Description

Tragopogon gaudanicus (also called Gaudan's Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open woodlands, dry grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon gaudanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon gaudanicus is a yellow-orange composite flower head, with a central disc of yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon gaudanicus is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Tragopogon gaudanicus

Tragopogon gaudanicus is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky habitats such as hillsides, cliffs, and rocky outcrops. It can be found in countries such as Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.

Tragopogon gaudanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon gaudanicus?

Tragopogon gaudanicus

What is the common name of Tragopogon gaudanicus?

Gaudan's Salsify

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon gaudanicus?

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-45342: Based on the initial data import
Antonina Borissova (b.1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boriss.' in the authors string.