Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macropogon
ID:
76155

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Mey.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 11: 273 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075484



Common Names

  • Big-podded Salsify
  • Big-podded Goat's Beard
  • Big-podded Tragopogon


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Description

Tragopogon macropogon (also called Big-headed Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has a herbaceous stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow and tubular. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon macropogon is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon macropogon is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is an achene, which is a dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon macropogon is a hardy, drought-tolerant biennial that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring, or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. The seeds should be sown about 1/8 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Thin the seedlings to the desired spacing when they are 2-3 inches tall. Water regularly during dry periods.

Where to Find Tragopogon macropogon

Tragopogon macropogon is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Tragopogon macropogon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon macropogon?

Tragopogon macropogon

What type of plant is Tragopogon macropogon?

Perennial herb

Where is Tragopogon macropogon native to?

Central and South America

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-32167: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.