Tragopogon pratensis 50 PCS fresh seeds, Common goat’s beard, Wild meadow salsify, Yellow goat's beard, Herb, Flower seeds, Organic seeds

🌱 Tragopogon pratensis — Common goat’s beard, Wild meadow salsify, Yellow goat's beard

Tragopogon pratensis is a species of herbaceous plants from the genus Kozloborodnik of the Asteraceae family, the type species of this genus. We offer 50 PCS fresh seeds of this rare and unique herb.

🌿 Botanical Description

The plant is up to 120 cm tall, with a pinkish-purple stem. Marginal flowers are yellow or pale yellow, approximately 30-40 mm in length, with purple-colored anthers in the upper part. The flower baskets with fruits are almost not swollen. Flowering time is June - July. The flowers open very early, before dawn, and close around noon. The fruit is an achene, almost smooth, unlike many other species.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in the spring or autumn, after stratification for 30-60 days.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, time: 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-drained, pH: 6.0-7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: moderate, avoid overwatering.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Tragopogon pratensis grows in meadows, forest clearings, on the edges, margins of fields, near roads, in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and rainfall.

✨ Interesting Facts

Tragopogon pratensis has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. The plant is also a valuable source of food for pollinators and other wildlife. In some cultures, the roots are edible and used as a vegetable.