Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lomatolepis
ID:
21276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Nat. Mosc., Biol. n. s., lix. Livr. 6, 80. 1954

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020605



Common Names

  • Saussurea lomatolepis
  • Lomatolepis Saussurea
  • Woollyhead Saussurea


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Description

Saussurea lomatolepis (also called Himalayan Saw-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its stems are covered in long, white hairs. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea lomatolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb for treating colds and flu.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea lomatolepis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea lomatolepis is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt. It should be planted in spring or fall and can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Saussurea lomatolepis

Saussurea lomatolepis is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shady forests, usually at elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 meters above sea level.

Saussurea lomatolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea lomatolepis?

Saussurea lomatolepis

What are the common names of Saussurea lomatolepis?

Lomatolepis Saussurea

What is the natural habitat of Saussurea lomatolepis?

Saussurea lomatolepis is native to the Himalayas.

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