Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
igoschinae
ID:
1327857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Knjaz., A.G.Bystr. & E.V.Bystr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 98(6): 758 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340311



Common Names

  • Saussurea igoschinae
  • Igoschinae saussurea
  • Igoschinae's saussurea


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Description

Saussurea igoschinae (also called Igochina's Saussurea, among many other common names) is a small herb found in the Amazon rainforest. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is typically found in lowland tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea igoschinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea igoschinae has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short, thick pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have short, thick stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea igoschinae is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune regularly to maintain the desired shape.

Where to Find Saussurea igoschinae

Saussurea igoschinae can be found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Saussurea igoschinae FAQ

What are the common names of Saussurea igoschinae?

Saussurea igoschinae is commonly known as Igochina's Saussurea.

What is the habitat of Saussurea igoschinae?

Saussurea igoschinae is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What are the characteristics of Saussurea igoschinae?

Saussurea igoschinae is an herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height and has white flowers.

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

Mikhail Seregeyevich Knjazev: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knjaz.' in the authors string.
A.G. Bystrushkin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Bystr.' in the authors string.
E.V. Bystrushkina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.V.Bystr.' in the authors string.