Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
23821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. xxix. (1892) 312.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023150



Common Names

  • Cordifolia Snow Lotus
  • Saussurea Snow Lotus
  • Heart-Leaf Snow Lotus


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea cavaleriei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Saussurea cordifolia cordifolia [unknown]
  • Saussurea dutaillyana dutaillyana [unknown]
  • Saussurea aegirophylla Diels [unknown]
  • Saussurea aegirophylla Diels ex H.Limpr. [unknown]
  • Saussurea cordifolia ombrophila Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Saussurea dutaillyana Franch. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea cordifolia (also called Heart-Leaved Saussurea, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has white flower heads and is native to the Himalayas. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea cordifolia is a yellow-golden daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea cordifolia is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and fertilize it once a month.

Where to Find Saussurea cordifolia

Saussurea cordifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in dry, grassy areas.

Saussurea cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea cordifolia?

Saussurea cordifolia

What is the common name of Saussurea cordifolia?

Heart-leaved Sausurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea cordifolia?

Grassy meadows, open woodlands, 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