Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ruber
ID:
12846

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.G.Gmel.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1774

Citation Micro:
Reise Russland 2: 198 (1774)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012175



Common Names

  • Tragopogon ruber
  • Red Salsify
  • Red Goat's-beard


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon roseus Trevir. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon kasahstanicus S.Nikit. [deprecated]
  • Tragopogon ruber leucocarpus C.H.An [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon ruber (also called 'Red Goat's Beard', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon ruber is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tragopogon ruber has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon ruber is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Tragopogon ruber

Tragopogon ruber is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in France, Italy, Spain, and Turkey.

Tragopogon ruber FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon ruber?

Tragopogon ruber

What is the common name of Tragopogon ruber?

Red Salsify

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon ruber?

Tragopogon ruber is native to 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,

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