Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bella
ID:
11905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Contr. Inst. Bot. Natl. Acad. Peiping 6: 89 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011234



Common Names

  • Polycephala Flourensia
  • Polycephala Daisy
  • Polycephala Plant


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea haoi Y.Ling ex Y.L.Chen, S.Yun Liang & K.Y.Pan [unknown]

Description

Saussurea bella (also called Beautiful Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a single stem with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea bella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments. The plant is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea bella is white and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea bella is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated from seed or division. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. When propagating from division, divide the plant in spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Saussurea bella

Saussurea bella can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Saussurea bella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea bella?

Saussurea bella

What is the common name of Saussurea bella?

Beautiful saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea bella?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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