Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lassithicus
ID:
33211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Nat. cv. II. Abt. 1, 156. 1943

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032540



Common Names

  • Tragopogon Lassithicus
  • Lassithicus Salsify
  • Lassithicus Goat's Beard


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Description

Tragopogon lassithicus (also called Lassithi Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are lanceolate and have toothed margins. The flowers are yellow and have a single head of ray florets. It grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon lassithicus has been used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tragopogon lassithicus has yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon lassithicus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Tragopogon lassithicus

Tragopogon lassithicus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.

Tragopogon lassithicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon lassithicus?

Tragopogon lassithicus

What is the common name of Tragopogon lassithicus?

Lassithi Salsify

What is the distribution of Tragopogon lassithicus?

Found in Greece

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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