Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lenensis
ID:
46514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Popov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Nat. Mosc., Biol. n. s., lix. Livr. 6, 75. 1954

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045843



Common Names

  • Lenensis Saussurea
  • Lenensis Saussurea
  • Lenensis Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea lenensis (also called Len's saussurea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to China and Tibet. It grows in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea lenensis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea lenensis is a small yellow daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea lenensis is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea lenensis

Saussurea lenensis can be found in the Himalayas, primarily in Nepal and Tibet.

Saussurea lenensis FAQ

What type of plant is Saussurea lenensis?

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

Where does Saussurea lenensis grow?

Saussurea lenensis is native to the Himalayas and southwestern China.

What is the average height of Saussurea lenensis?

Saussurea lenensis typically grows to a height of 1-2 m.

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

Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:242397-1: Based on the initial data import