Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
porphyrocephalus
ID:
123087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122416



Common Names

  • Tragopogon porphyrocephalus
  • Purple-headed Salsify
  • Purple-headed Goatsbeard


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Description

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus (also called Purple Salsify, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tragopogon porphyrocephalus

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus is native to Europe and can be found in grassy fields and meadows.

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon porphyrocephalus?

Tragopogon porphyrocephalus

What is the common name of Tragopogon porphyrocephalus?

Purple Salsify

What is the native range of Tragopogon porphyrocephalus?

Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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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