Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, yellow flowers in grassfield photo
by Nicko Prints
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Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, yellow flowers in grassfield photo
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Nicko Prints
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Meadow salsify, Tragopogon pratensis, yellow flowers in grassfield photo. The photo features a stunning display of Meadow salsify bright yellow flowers blooming in a lush green grassfield. The flowers, stand tall against the vibrant green background, with a small insect perched on the upper bloom. Delicate purple-tinted grasses add a pop of color and depth to the scene. The photo is a beautiful representation of nature's beauty, with the warm sunlight illuminating the flowers and grasses. The overall effect is one of joy and simplicity.
Tragopogon pratensis, also known as Jack-go-to-bed-at-noon or meadow goat's-beard, is a biennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It flowers between June and October in Europe and North America, typically growing in fields. The root and buds are edible, and it has milky latex. The plant grows up to 30 inches tall with grey-green, hairless leaves and yellow flower heads that only open in morning sunshine. The achenes have a characteristic "blowball" structure with fine white hairs. The plant's unique features make it easily recognizable, earning it a special place in botanical descriptions.
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January 28th, 2025
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