Status:
valid
Authors:
Kitam.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 9: 242 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126973
Common Names
- Saussurea inaensis
- Himalayan Snow Lotus
- Himalayan Woolflower
Description
Saussurea inaensis (also called Ina Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has white flowers and is native to Central Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea inaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saussurea inaensis has white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea inaensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Saussurea inaensis
Saussurea inaensis is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Saussurea inaensis FAQ
What is the common name of Saussurea inaensis?
Saussurea inaensis is commonly known as Ina thistle.
What are the medicinal uses of Saussurea inaensis?
Saussurea inaensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems.
What is the best way to grow Saussurea inaensis?
Saussurea inaensis prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.
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,