Tragopogon cupani
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Washington State University Marion Ownbey Herbarium (WS-)
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Washington State University Marion Ownbey Herbarium (WS-)
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Washington State University Marion Ownbey Herbarium (WS-)
Description
Tragopogon cupani is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in). 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.
Edible Uses
Root - cooked. Leaves - raw or cooked.
Distribution
S. Europe - Sicily.
Where It Grows
Coming Soon
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. One report says that it is no more than a sub-species of T. porrifolius. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in ordinary garden soils, including heavy clays.
Propagation
Seed - sow spring in situ. Make sure to water the seed in if the weather is dry.
