Yellow goat's beard

Yellow goat's beard (Tragopogon pratensis)

Yellow goat's beard, also known as Showy goat's-beard, Meadow salsify

Meadow salsify, or Tragopogon pratensis, is a widespread flowering plant found along roadsides and in fields across Europe and North America. Also known as showy-goats-beard, this plant has edible parts that can be added to salads, and its latex can serve as a natural chewing gum alternative.

Key Facts About Yellow goat's beard

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Attributes of Yellow goat's beard

Lifespan
Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
60 cm
Spread
25 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
5 cm to 10 cm
Flower Color
Yellow

Scientific Classification of Yellow goat's beard

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asterales
Family
Daisy
Genus
Salsifies
Species
Yellow goat's beard