Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karuizawensis
ID:
25034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hara

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. ix. 128 (1933).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024363



Common Names

  • Saussurea Karuizawensis
  • Karuizawa Saussurea
  • Karuizawa Snow-pussy


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Description

Saussurea karuizawensis (also called Karuizawa snow thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Japan and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea karuizawensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea karuizawensis has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea karuizawensis is a perennial herbaceous 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 spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saussurea karuizawensis

Saussurea karuizawensis can be found in Japan.

Saussurea karuizawensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea karuizawensis?

Saussurea karuizawensis

What is the common name of Saussurea karuizawensis?

Karuizawa's saw-wort

Where is Saussurea karuizawensis native to?

It is native to the southeastern United States.

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,