Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, flowers in grassfield - black and white photo
by Nicko Prints
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Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, flowers in grassfield - black and white photo
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Nicko Prints
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Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, flowers in grassfield – black and white photo. The photo showcases a stunning black and white composition of Meadow salsify flowers against a blurred background of leaves and grass. The delicate petals and slender stems of the flowers add an organic and elegant touch to the scene. Tragopogon pratensis, aka Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon or meadow goat's-beard, is a biennial Asteraceae plant that blooms from June to October. Found in European and North American fields, its edible roots and buds contain milky latex. The plant grows up to 30 inches tall, with grey-green, hairless leaves and yellow flower heads that only open in morning sun. Its unique features include grasslike leaves and a "blowball" structure with fine white hairs. This distinctive plant earns its place in botanical descriptions, with its striking appearance and edible parts making it a notable species.
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January 28th, 2025
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