Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atrata
ID:
62844

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.E.Evans

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 13: 180 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062173



Common Names

  • Himalayan Snow-parsley
  • Snow-parsley
  • Saussurea Atrata


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Description

Saussurea atrata (also called Himalayan snow lotus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and grasslands, and is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea atrata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea atrata has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea atrata is a perennial plant that is native to the Himalayas. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a pot with well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Saussurea atrata

Saussurea atrata is found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Saussurea atrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea atrata?

Saussurea atrata

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea atrata?

Saussurea atrata is found in dry, grassy habitats.

What is the flowering period of Saussurea atrata?

Saussurea atrata typically flowers from June to August.

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-19178: Based on the initial data import
William Edgar Evans (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Evans' in the authors string.