Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iodoleuca
ID:
25409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Symb. Sin. 7: 1151 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024738



Common Names

  • Iodoleuca Saussurea
  • Iodoleuca Snow-lotus
  • Iodoleuca Wood-sage


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Description

Saussurea iodoleuca (also called Himalayan saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands. It has white flowers and long, narrow, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea iodoleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea iodoleuca is a white-pinkish color with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea iodoleuca is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Saussurea iodoleuca

Saussurea iodoleuca is found in the Himalayas of Nepal.

Saussurea iodoleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea iodoleuca?

Saussurea iodoleuca

What is the common name of Saussurea iodoleuca?

Iodoleuca Saussurea

What type of plant is Saussurea iodoleuca?

Herb

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,

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