Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catharinae
ID:
120526

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 59(11): 1603 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119855



Common Names

  • Saussurea
  • Catharine's Artichoke
  • Catharine's Saw-wort


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Description

Saussurea catharinae (also called Catherine's Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a single stem and a woody base. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is commonly found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea catharinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea catharinae is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea catharinae is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Saussurea catharinae

Saussurea catharinae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Saussurea catharinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea catharinae?

Saussurea catharinae

What is the common name of Saussurea catharinae?

Catharine's Saussurea

Where is Saussurea catharinae found?

Saussurea catharinae is found in the southwestern United States

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