Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
komarnitzkii
ID:
35230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Nat. Mosc., Biol. n. s., lix. Livr. 6, 81. 1954

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034559



Common Names

  • Komar's Saussurea
  • Komarnitzki's Saussurea
  • Komar-Nitzki's Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea komarnitzkii (also called Komarova's Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of deeply-lobed leaves and white flower heads. It grows in alpine meadows and other high-altitude habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea komarnitzkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea komarnitzkii is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea komarnitzkii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayan region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Saussurea komarnitzkii

Saussurea komarnitzkii is native to the Himalayan region.

Saussurea komarnitzkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea komarnitzkii?

Saussurea komarnitzkii

What is the family of Saussurea komarnitzkii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Saussurea komarnitzkii?

Komarnitzki's Hawkweed

Where is Saussurea komarnitzkii found?

Saussurea komarnitzkii is found in Turkey and Iran.

What is the habitat of Saussurea komarnitzkii?

Saussurea komarnitzkii grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed sites.

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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