Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conyzoides
ID:
56327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xxix. (1892) 309.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055656



Common Names

  • Saussurea conyzoides
  • Conyzoides Cottonweed
  • Conyzoides Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea silvestrii Pamp. [unknown]
  • Saussurea rosthornii oppositicolor (H.Lév. & Vaniot) Chen ex Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Saussurea rosthornii rosthornii [unknown]
  • Saussurea oppositicolor H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]

Description

Saussurea conyzoides (also called White-flowered Cottonweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem, reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils, such as dunes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea conyzoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea conyzoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers and dark green, lance-shaped leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea conyzoides is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Saussurea conyzoides

Saussurea conyzoides is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Saussurea conyzoides FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Saussurea conyzoides?

Saussurea conyzoides prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.

What type of soil is best for Saussurea conyzoides?

Saussurea conyzoides prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Saussurea conyzoides?

Saussurea conyzoides can be propagated by seed or by division of existing plants.

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-1543: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.