Status:
valid
Authors:
Rassulova & B.A.Sharipova
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 10: 459, 155 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071649
Common Names
- Kabadian Snowparsley
- Kabadian Alpine-cress
- Kabadian Cress
Description
Saussurea kabadiana (also called Kabadian Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has white flowers, and grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Saussurea kabadiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saussurea kabadiana is a yellow-green disc floret, with a single row of yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon with a short, pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saussurea kabadiana is a perennial plant that is native to Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the divisions should be done in the fall.
Where to Find Saussurea kabadiana
Saussurea kabadiana is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Saussurea kabadiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saussurea kabadiana?
Saussurea kabadiana
What is the common name of Saussurea kabadiana?
Kabadian Snowparsley
Where is Saussurea kabadiana found?
Saussurea kabadiana is found in the Himalayas
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
B. A. Sharipova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Sharipova' in the authors string.