Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baicalensis
ID:
10969

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xlvii. 216 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010298



Common Names

  • Baicalensis Saussurea
  • Saussurea Baicalensis
  • Baicalensis


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Description

Saussurea baicalensis (also called Baikal Saussurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Siberia and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea baicalensis is used as a traditional Chinese medicine for treating respiratory infections, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory, to reduce swelling and pain, and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea baicalensis is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea baicalensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require a warm, sunny location and regular watering.

Where to Find Saussurea baicalensis

Saussurea baicalensis is native to Central and East Asia, and can be found in the mountains of China, Mongolia, and Russia.

Saussurea baicalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea baicalensis?

Saussurea baicalensis

What are the common names of Saussurea baicalensis?

Chinese hawthorn, Chinese snowball, Chinese thistle

What is the native range of Saussurea baicalensis?

Central and East Asia

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,

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