Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
samaritanii
ID:
83915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Boiss.. 1856. 116 1856

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083244



Common Names

  • Tragopogon samaritanii
  • Samaritan Salsify
  • Samaritan Goat's Beard


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Description

Tragopogon samaritanii (also called 'Samaritan Salsify', among many other common names) is a biennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It grows up to 1 m tall and has yellow flower heads. It is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tragopogon samaritanii is an edible plant that can be used in salads and other dishes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tragopogon samaritanii is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tragopogon samaritanii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Tragopogon samaritanii

Tragopogon samaritanii is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically in Spain, France, Italy, and Portugal.

Tragopogon samaritanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tragopogon samaritanii?

Tragopogon samaritanii

What is the common name of Tragopogon samaritanii?

Samaritan Salsify

What is the natural habitat of Tragopogon samaritanii?

Grassy areas of the Mediterranean

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-39729: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.