Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
29743

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 789 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029072



Common Names

  • Tragopogon Orientalis
  • Oriental Salsify
  • Goat's Beard


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon pratensis orientalis (L.) Čelak. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon melanantherus Klokov [unknown]
  • Tragopogon xanthantherus Klokov [unknown]
  • Tragopogon transcarpaticus Klokov [unknown]
  • Tragopogon transsilvanicus Schur [unknown]
  • Tragopogon novus Geners. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon longipappus Peterm. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon moldavicus Klokov [unknown]
  • Tragopogon rumelicus Velen. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon revolutus Schweigg. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon orientalis latifolius C.H.An [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon orientalis (also called Oriental Salsify, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, and typically grows in dry, open woods, fields, and roadsides. It has a single, erect stem, and is typically between 0.3 and 0.5 meters tall. Its leaves are lance-shaped, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon orientalis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon orientalis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a single head. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon orientalis is a biennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Tragopogon orientalis

Tragopogon orientalis is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Tragopogon orientalis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon orientalis?

Tragopogon orientalis is native to the Middle East.

What is the growth habit of Tragopogon orientalis?

Tragopogon orientalis is an evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height.

What is the best climate for Tragopogon orientalis?

Tragopogon orientalis prefers a warm, dry climate with plenty of sunlight.

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