Gracilis Tragopogon (Tragopogon gracilis)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

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. Young fruit heads. — 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.; Young fruit heads.

Habitat & North American Range

Open slopes and grassland, 1500 - 3000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)