Tragopogon hispanica

Tragopogon hispanica, commonly known as Spanish Fleabane, is a biennial plant belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae). Native to regions spanning from Albania and Austria to Belarus and Bulgaria, this hardy species thrives in moist environments with light to heavy soil. Known for its edible leaves and roots, which can be harvested during both growing seasons, Spanish Fleabane is a valuable addition to gardens or wild landscapes. One distinctive feature of the plant is its tall, purple-rayed flower heads that emerge after the initial growth phase, making it an ornamental as well as a useful food source.