Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pterocarpus
ID:
125225

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 112 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124554



Common Names

  • Goat's Beard
  • Yellow Salsify
  • Oyster Plant


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon nachitschevanicus Kuth. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon straussii straussii [unknown]
  • Tragopogon straussii Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon straussii violascens Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon coloratus nachitschevanicus (Kuthath.) T.N.Popova [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon pterocarpus (also called Winged Salsify, among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides, pastures, and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon pterocarpus is mainly used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tragopogon pterocarpus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon pterocarpus is a perennial herb that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Tragopogon pterocarpus

Tragopogon pterocarpus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy areas.

Tragopogon pterocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon pterocarpus?

Tragopogon pterocarpus

What is the common name of Tragopogon pterocarpus?

Winged Salsify

Where is Tragopogon pterocarpus found?

Tragopogon pterocarpus is found in the Mediterranean region.

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