Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxmannii
ID:
21400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz. ex Besser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Flora 17(1, Beibl.): 15 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020729



Common Names

  • Saussurea laxmannii
  • Laxmannii Saussurea
  • Saussurea


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea glauca Ledeb. ex Besser [unknown]

Description

Saussurea laxmannii (also called 'Laxmann's Saw-wort', among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea laxmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and also as a source of food for some species of birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea laxmannii has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea laxmannii is a perennial plant that is native to Asia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Saussurea laxmannii

Saussurea laxmannii can be found in the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to western Nepal. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Saussurea laxmannii FAQ

What are the common names of Saussurea laxmannii?

Saussurea laxmannii is commonly known as Laxmann's saw-wort.

What is the scientific classification of Saussurea laxmannii?

Saussurea laxmannii is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Saussurea laxmannii found?

Saussurea laxmannii is found in Central Asia.

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

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Wilibald Swibert Joseph Gottlieb von Besser (1784-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:242393-1: Based on the initial data import