Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
3598

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 3: 521 (Dec 1819 or early 182

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002927



Common Names

  • Tragopogon pusillus
  • Pusillus Tragopogon
  • Tragopogon Pusillus


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon orientalis Steven [illegitimate]

Description

Tragopogon pusillus (also called Dwarf goat's beard, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and its flowers are yellow. It grows in dry grasslands and is found at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon pusillus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon pusillus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon pusillus is a perennial herb native to the Andes mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division of the root system in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, though germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Tragopogon pusillus

Tragopogon pusillus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Tragopogon pusillus FAQ

What are the common names of Tragopogon pusillus?

Tragopogon pusillus is commonly known as the Dwarf Goat's Beard.

What is the growth habit of Tragopogon pusillus?

Tragopogon pusillus is an annual herb that typically grows to a height of 0.3-1 meter.

What is the native range of Tragopogon pusillus?

Tragopogon pusillus is native to South America.

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,