Tragopogon gracilis

Physical Characteristics

Tragopogon gracilis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 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

E. Asia - Himalayas from Afghanistan to E. Nepal.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Seedpod 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. Young fruit heads[51].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known