Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
leucanthus
ID:
2681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 122: 118 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002010



Common Names

  • Tragopogon leucanthus
  • White-flowered Goat's Beard
  • White Salsify


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Description

Tragopogon leucanthus (also called 'White salsify', among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and glabrous. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as steppes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon leucanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and astringent properties and is used to treat wounds, cuts, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon leucanthus is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon leucanthus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tragopogon leucanthus

Tragopogon leucanthus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Tragopogon leucanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon leucanthus?

Tragopogon leucanthus

What is the common name of Tragopogon leucanthus?

White-flowered Goat's Beard

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon leucanthus?

It is found in dry, open woods and fields in the eastern United States and Canada.

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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