Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
34558

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 16: 203 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033887



Common Names

  • Saussurea japonica
  • Japanese Saussurea
  • Japonica Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea intermedia Turcz. [unknown]
  • Saussurea pulchella japonica Herder [unknown]
  • Saussurea taquetii H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Theodorea japonica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Serratula japonica Thunb. [unknown]
  • Theodorea intermedia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saussurea taquetii taquetii [unknown]
  • Saussurea japonica japonica [unknown]
  • Saussurea japonica japonica [unknown]
  • Saussurea taquetii paniculata H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Saussurea linearis Champ. & Benth. [unknown]
  • Saussurea sinensis Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Saussurea japonica maritima Kitag. [unknown]
  • Saussurea japonica longicephala Hayata [unknown]
  • Saussurea japonica intermedia (Turcz.) Lipsch. [unknown]

Description

Saussurea japonica (also called Japanese saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes, and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and white flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea japonica is a medicinal plant used for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Saussurea japonica var. pteroclada (Nakai & Kitag.) Raab-Straube

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea japonica has white flowers with a yellow center and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea japonica is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saussurea japonica

Saussurea japonica can be found in Japan and Korea.

Saussurea japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea japonica?

Saussurea japonica

What is the common name of Saussurea japonica?

Japanese saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea japonica?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-132758: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.