Herb latin name: Tragopogon coloratus


Family: Compositae



Edible parts of Tragopogon coloratus:

One report says the plant is a vegetable but does not say what part of the plant is used. Judging by other members of this genus, it is likely that the root and the young shoots can be eaten.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Biennial


Height:
50 cm
(1 foot)

Habitat of the herb:

Stony places from 350 - 2500 metres in Turkey.

Propagation of Tragopogon coloratus:

Seed - sow spring in situ. Make sure to water the seed in if the weather is dry.

Cultivation of the herb:

Stony places from 350 - 2500 metres in Turkey.

Medicinal use of Tragopogon coloratus:

None known

Known hazards of Tragopogon coloratus:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.