Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grosseserrata
ID:
123763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) ii. (1888) 311, 354.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123092



Common Names

  • Saussurea Grosseserrata
  • Large-toothed Saussurea
  • Large-toothed Snow Lotus


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Description

Saussurea grosseserrata (also called 'Chinese Hawkweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and parts of China. It has a long stem and grows up to 1.2 meters in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white in color. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea grosseserrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and anti-cancer properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea grosseserrata has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and have a tuft of white hairs attached to them. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea grosseserrata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Himalayas. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea grosseserrata

Saussurea grosseserrata can be found in the Himalayas of Asia.

Saussurea grosseserrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea grosseserrata?

Saussurea grosseserrata

What is the common name of Saussurea grosseserrata?

Grosseserrata saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea grosseserrata?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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