1a plant of the daisy family, with slender grasslike leaves, yellow flowers that typically close at about midday, and downy fruits that resemble those of a dandelion. Native to Eurasia, it has become established in eastern North America.
Tragopogon pratensis, family Compositae
2a plant of the rose family, with long plumes of white flowers, found in both Eurasia and North America.
Aruncus vulgaris, family Rosaceae
Origin:
mid 16th century: translating Greek tragopōgon or Latin Barba Capri
