Tragopogon miscellus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
miscellus
ID:
27253
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ownbey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 37: 498 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026582
Common Names
- Tragopogon miscellus
- Miscellaneous Salsify
- Miscellaneous Goat's-Beard
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tragopogon miscellus (also called Mixed salsify, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Europe. It has a single stem with a rosette of spiny, lobed leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tragopogon miscellus is an edible plant that is often used as a salad green or as a cooked vegetable. It is also used as an herbal remedy to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory illnesses. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tragopogon miscellus has yellow flowers with long, thin spines. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves with spines.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tragopogon miscellus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Tragopogon miscellus
Tragopogon miscellus can be found in the dry grasslands of the Mediterranean region.
Tragopogon miscellus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tragopogon miscellus?
Tragopogon miscellus
What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon miscellus?
It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
What are the common names of Tragopogon miscellus?
It is also known as Variable Salsify, Variable Goatsbeard, and Variable Goat's Beard.
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-125689: Based on the initial data import
Francis Marion Ownbey (1910-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ownbey' in the authors string.