Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diamantiaca
ID:
67006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 31: 44 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066335



Common Names

  • Diamond Sowthistle
  • Diamond Saussurea
  • Saussurea diamantiaca


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea diamantiaca diamantiaca [unknown]
  • Saussurea rorinsanensis Nakai [unknown]
  • Saussurea grandicapitula W.Lee & Im [unknown]

Description

Saussurea diamantiaca (also called Diamond Sowthistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in meadows, grasslands and roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea diamantiaca is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Saussurea diamantiaca flower is white and has a star-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea diamantiaca is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and will germinate in two to three weeks. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Saussurea diamantiaca

Saussurea diamantiaca is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky areas.

Saussurea diamantiaca FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea diamantiaca?

Saussurea diamantiaca is native to the Himalayas and other mountainous regions of Asia.

What are the main uses of Saussurea diamantiaca?

Saussurea diamantiaca is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens.

What are the growth requirements of Saussurea diamantiaca?

Saussurea diamantiaca prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

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-23222: Based on the initial data import
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.