Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
17070

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 18: t. 1734 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016399



Common Names

  • Leptophyllous Saussurea
  • Leptophyllous Snow-lotus
  • Leptophyllous Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Jurinea ancistrophylla Boiss. [unknown]
  • Saussurea leptophylla leptophylla [unknown]
  • Saussurea leptophylla nuristanica (Bornm.) Lipsch. [unknown]
  • Jurinea tschitralensis Bornm. [unknown]
  • Saussurea nuristanica (Bornm.) Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Stechmannia nuristanica (Bornm.) Soják [unknown]
  • Jurinea nuristanica Bornm. [unknown]
  • Stechmannia tschitralensis (Bornm.) Soják [unknown]

Description

Saussurea leptophylla (also called Slenderleaf Saussurea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Himalayas. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea leptophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saussurea leptophylla has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea leptophylla is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division should be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Saussurea leptophylla

Saussurea leptophylla is native to the Himalayas and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky areas.

Saussurea leptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea leptophylla?

Saussurea leptophylla

What is the family of Saussurea leptophylla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Saussurea leptophylla?

Slender-leaved Saussurea

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