Tragopogon dubius is more commonly known as Western salsify. It has become one of my favorite species after close examination of its fruiting head yesterday (see photos below). This plant milks when cut. Really, there is nothing dubious about this plant, but it is a fun play on words.
T. dubius is in the Asteraceae family and is native to Europe. It can grow as both an annual or biennial. It can be found across much of the US except in some southern states.
T. dubius is in the Asteraceae family and is native to Europe. It can grow as both an annual or biennial. It can be found across much of the US except in some southern states.