Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressa
ID:
120032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gren.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mem. Acad. Besanc. -. 1849 ; ex Gren. & Godr. Fl. Fr. ii. 272

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119361



Common Names

  • Depressed Saussurea
  • Depressed Saw-wort
  • Depressed Snow-parsley


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea alpina depressa (Gren.) Nyman [valid]
  • Saussurea saxatilis Arv.-Touv. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea depressa (also called Small-Headed Wooly-Star, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has white flowers and its fruits are small and black. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea depressa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea depressa has white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea depressa is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted immediately and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Saussurea depressa

Saussurea depressa is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea depressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea depressa?

Saussurea depressa

What is the common name of Saussurea depressa?

Alpine Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea depressa?

It is native to the Himalayas and grows in rocky, mountainous areas.

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