Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
globosa
ID:
60142

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 6: 96 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059471



Common Names

  • Saussurea Globosa
  • Globosa
  • Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea globosa (also called Globe Saussurea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It grows to a height of up to 2 m and has small, linear leaves. Its flowers are white and it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea globosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea globosa is a small, white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea globosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand and keep moist. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Saussurea globosa

Saussurea globosa is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountains of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Saussurea globosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea globosa?

Saussurea globosa

What is the common name of Saussurea globosa?

Globe Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea globosa?

Alpine meadows and rocky slopes in the Himalayas

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-16556: Based on the initial data import
Chen Feng Huai (1900-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Chen' in the authors string.