Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amara
ID:
63610

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 16: 200. (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062939



Common Names

  • Saussurea amara
  • Amara's Saussurea
  • Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea amara (also called Himalayan Snow Lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to temperate regions of the Himalayas, and is found in open, disturbed habitats. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea amara is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for making dyes and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea amara is a white composite flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and slender with a single, long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea amara is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and warm temperatures.

Where to Find Saussurea amara

Saussurea amara is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea amara FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea amara?

Saussurea amara

What is the common name of Saussurea amara?

Bitter Sowthistle

What is the habitat of Saussurea amara?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Species in the Saussurea genus

Saussurea sughoo, Saussurea sylvatica, Saussurea compta, Saussurea apus, Saussurea paleata, Saussurea graminea, Saussurea gossipiphora, Saussurea chinensis, Saussurea petrovii, Saussurea kungii, Saussurea polypodioides, Saussurea foliosa, Saussurea leptolepis, Saussurea canandrifoia, Saussurea rigida, Saussurea kolesnikovii, Saussurea malitiosa, Saussurea taipaiensis, Saussurea veitchiana, Saussurea pectinata, Saussurea souliei, Saussurea orgaadayi, Saussurea lavrenkoana, Saussurea hypargyrea, Saussurea odontolepis, Saussurea chamarensis, Saussurea hieracioides, Saussurea mongolica, Saussurea franchetii, Saussurea chionophylla, Saussurea macrolepis, Saussurea rockii, Saussurea polygonifolia, Saussurea kingii, Saussurea maximowiczii, Saussurea scabrida, Saussurea obvallata, Saussurea graciliformis, Saussurea virgata, Saussurea amabilis, Saussurea huashanensis, Saussurea riederi, Saussurea sericea, Saussurea laniceps, Saussurea eriostemon, Saussurea porcii, Saussurea kurilensis, Saussurea dolichopoda, Saussurea tunglingensis, Saussurea acroura,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-1993: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.