Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
samaritani
ID:
126268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heldr. & Sartori

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 5: 116 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125597



Common Names

  • Tragopogon samaritani
  • Samaritani Tragopogon
  • Tragopogon


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Synonyms

  • Tragopogon crocifolius samaritani (Heldr. & Sartori) I.Richardson [unknown]

Description

Tragopogon samaritani (also called 'Samaritan Salsify', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon samaritani is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as an ingredient in potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower heads of Tragopogon samaritani are small and yellow. Seed: The seeds of Tragopogon samaritani are small, brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Tragopogon samaritani are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon samaritani is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Tragopogon samaritani

Tragopogon samaritani is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Tragopogon samaritani FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon samaritani?

Tragopogon samaritani

What is the common name of Tragopogon samaritani?

Samaritan's Plume

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon samaritani?

It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and roadsides 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

Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Joseph Sartori (1809-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sartori' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:256128-1: Based on the initial data import