Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pratensis
ID:
81034

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080363



Common Names

  • Tragopogon
  • Meadow Goat's Beard
  • Pratensis


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon pratensis eupratensis Thell. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon praecox Focke [unknown]
  • Tragopogon pratensis pratensis [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon pratensis (also called Meadow Salsify, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon pratensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive ailments, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tragopogon pratensis sub. pratensis
Tragopogon pratensis sub. leiocarpos (Trnka) Greuter
Tragopogon pratensis sub. minor (Mill.) Hartm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tragopogon pratensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and have a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon pratensis is a biennial herb native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse.

Where to Find Tragopogon pratensis

Tragopogon pratensis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Tragopogon pratensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon pratensis?

Tragopogon pratensis

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon pratensis?

It is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides in Europe, North Africa, and western and central Asia.

What is the average height of Tragopogon pratensis?

It typically grows to a height of 30–90 cm (12–35 in).

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