Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grubovii
ID:
73016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 21: 366 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072345



Common Names

  • Grubov's Saussurea
  • Grubov Saussurea
  • Grubov's Snowpuff


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Description

Saussurea grubovii (also called Mountain Saffron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm in height. It has white flowers with yellow centres and is native to the Himalayas. It is commonly found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea grubovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea grubovii has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea grubovii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil, and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and cuttings should be taken in the spring. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saussurea grubovii

Saussurea grubovii can be found in the Himalayan mountains of Asia.

Saussurea grubovii FAQ

What is the common name of Saussurea grubovii?

Himalayan saussurea

What are the uses of Saussurea grubovii?

It is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils.

What is the scientific name of Saussurea grubovii?

Saussurea grubovii

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