Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
118922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Inde 4(Bot.): 94, t. 102 (Apr 1835 - Dec 1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118251



Common Names

  • Saussurea bracteata
  • Himalayan Saffron
  • Himalayan Snow Saffron


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Synonyms

  • Theodorea bracteata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saussurea schultzii schultzii [unknown]
  • Saussurea schultzii nana Pamp. [unknown]
  • Saussurea schultzii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Saussurea nana (Pamp.) Pamp. [unknown]
  • Theodorea schultzii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Saussurea bracteata (also called Bracted Saussurea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height and has white flowers. It is typically found in dry habitats such as deserts and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea bracteata has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea bracteata is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Saussurea bracteata

Radula striata can be found in South America.

Saussurea bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea bracteata?

Saussurea bracteata

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea bracteata?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the flowering period of Saussurea bracteata?

April to October

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-79587: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.