Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
marginatus
ID:
114581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Buhse

Source:
gcc

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 12: 136 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113910



Common Names

  • Goat's Beard
  • Salsify
  • Tragopogon


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon flexuosus Sosn. ex Grossh. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon flexuosus flexuosus [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon marginatus (also called Margined Salsify, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It grows up to 1 m in height and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon marginatus is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon marginatus is a bright yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon marginatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to divide the plant in early spring or late fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered. Keep the soil moist and the seedlings should emerge in about two weeks.

Where to Find Tragopogon marginatus

Tragopogon marginatus is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Tragopogon marginatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon marginatus?

Tragopogon marginatus

What is the common name of Tragopogon marginatus?

Fringed Salsify

What is the habitat of Tragopogon marginatus?

Dry, rocky slopes

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-75420: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alexander Buhse (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buhse' in the authors string.