Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bullockii
ID:
10864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 509 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010193



Common Names

  • Saussurea bullockii
  • Bullock's Saussurea
  • Bullock's Cottonweed


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea tienmoshanensis F.H.Chen [unknown]
  • Saussurea kwangtungensis F.H.Chen [unknown]

Description

Saussurea bullockii (also called Bullock's Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white or yellowish flowers. It is native to the Himalayas, and is usually found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea bullockii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea bullockii is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea bullockii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers slightly acidic soils. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Saussurea bullockii

Saussurea bullockii can be found in the Himalayas of India and Nepal.

Saussurea bullockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea bullockii?

Saussurea bullockii

What is the common name of Saussurea bullockii?

Bullock's Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea bullockii?

Alpine meadows and rocky slopes

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