Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fargesii
ID:
139857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) viii. (1894) 344.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139186



Common Names

  • Farges's Saussurea
  • Chinese Snowball
  • Giant Snowball


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Description

Saussurea fargesii (also called Farges' Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea fargesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects. It is also used as a ground cover and to stabilize slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea fargesii is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and slender with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea fargesii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Saussurea fargesii

Saussurea fargesii is native to China and can be found in the mountainous regions of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.

Saussurea fargesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea fargesii?

Saussurea fargesii

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea fargesii?

Grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Saussurea fargesii?

Summer

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