Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kurentzoviae
ID:
11800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barkalov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Sosud. Rast. Sovet. Dal'nego Vostoka 6: 277 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011129



Common Names

  • Saussurea kurentzoviae
  • Kurentzoviae Saussurea
  • Kurentzoviae


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Description

Saussurea kurentzoviae (also called 'Kurentzov's saussurea', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea kurentzoviae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat colds, coughs, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea kurentzoviae is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea kurentzoviae is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer and replant it in a new location. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Saussurea kurentzoviae

Saussurea kurentzoviae is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes. It is also found in parts of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Saussurea kurentzoviae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea kurentzoviae?

Saussurea kurentzoviae

What is the common name of Saussurea kurentzoviae?

Kurentzov's Saussurea

Where is Saussurea kurentzoviae native to?

Central Asia

What type of soil does Saussurea kurentzoviae prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

How tall does Saussurea kurentzoviae grow?

Up to 18 inches

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,