Tragopogon coloratus

Physical Characteristics

Tragopogon coloratus is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

W. Asia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Shoots Edible Uses: One report says the plant is a vegetable but does not say what part of the plant is used[105]. Judging by other members of this genus, it is likely that the root and the young shoots can be eaten.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known